RELIQUARY, RELIC OF SAINT GAUDENCE
RELIQUARY, RELIC OF SAINT GAUDENCE
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Rare silver-plated bronze reliquary with a glass facade containing the first class relic Ex Ossibus of Saint Gaudence
The relic is set on a red silk background and decorated with golden rays of light and silver threads, it is identified in Latin on a handwritten label as: S. Gaudentii M.
Good used condition with its original glass.
Not opened.
Ecclesiastical seal and silk threads present.
PERIOD : end of 18th century
DIMENSIONS : 3.5 cm X 2.8 cm
SIZE : 1.4" X 1.1"
Saint Gaudentius was a fourth-century Christian bishop, revered for his devotion and commitment to the Church. He served as Bishop of Parma, Italy, where he played a major role in consolidating Christianity in the region. His pastoral stewardship and dedication to evangelization were noted, particularly in his fight against the heresies that divided believers at the time. Saint Gaudentius is also known for his assistance to the poor and needy. After his death, he was buried in the Cathedral of Parma, and his cult gradually spread. He is celebrated on January 22, the day on which the Church honors his life of service and his model of steadfast faith.


