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Rare Antique Latin American Holy Reliquary c. 1700-1800s Silver, Gold & Tourmal

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This is a one-of-a-kind religious artifact believed to have been gifted to Benedictine monks in Latin America between the late 18th and early 19th century. Constructed from a single black tourmaline (shorl) crystal, the piece features intricate silver filigree work, gold inlays, and a vibrant opal specimen. The reliquary is crowned with a rare 1774 [Continue]

Rare Antique Monastery Domed Glass St. Ignatius of Loyola Religious Small Icon

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Rare Antique Monastery Domed Glass St. Ignatius of Loyola Religious Small Icon. SIZE: 5.0 x 6.5 CM Weight: 23 GRAMS. Charming antique oval religious pendant. Features a portrait of the founder of the Jesuit order. Saint Ignatius of Loyola. (San Ignacio de Loyola). The piece is a devotional item. The portrait is protected by a [Continue]

Rare Antique Ornate Large Frame Religious Framed Art St Cecilia Wood Gold Angels

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Beautiful and moody antique print of a saint at an organ with angels above, framed in a deeply detailed gilt frame. The imagery and craftsmanship evoke a reverent, old-world charm-perfect for vintage or traditional spaces. 31″ wide x 37″ tall Note: Some wear to the frame, especially in the bottom corners (see photos), but still [Continue]

RARE Antique Brass Baroque Church Altar Candlesticks Holders 17 TALL Colonial

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These 1900s antique brass baroque church altar candlesticks holders stand at 17 inches tall, with a colonial theme and religious design. Crafted from brass with an antique finish, this set of 2 candle holders exudes a timeless and elegant charm. Perfect for adding a touch of vintage sophistication to any space, these candle holders are [Continue]

Rare Antique 1894 Madonna di Loreto Medal Catholic Protection Pendant Italy

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Rare Antique 1894 Madonna di Loreto Medal – Catholic Protection Pendant Italy. SIZE: 3.3 x 4.0 CM. WEIGHT: 14.2 GRAMS. It is crafted in bronze or brass tone metal, showing beautiful age patina and fine relief detail. Front Side (Obverse): Features the Virgin Mary with the Child Jesus seated atop the Holy House of Loreto, [Continue]

RARE Antique Bronze Baroque Church Altar Candlesticks Holders TRINITY RELIGIOUS

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Spectacular pair 19th century. They are very heavy. They have three pictures on them. One Jesus, a Dove (the Spirit), and God the Father. They are believed to be church alter candlesticks. Extremely old I did not clean them. I do not know the exact metal I believe them to be bronze and expert might [Continue]

Rare 1840 French Leather Book Catechism Belley Diocese Gilt Catholic Antique

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Description: This is a rare 1840 second edition of Méthode Pratique pour faire le Catéchisme, a French Catholic instructional text used to teach catechism in the Diocese of Belley. The volume is bound in original mottled leather, with ornate gilt detailing on the spine and borders. ?? Listing Highlights. ?? Title: Méthode Pratique pour faire [Continue]

Rare 15thC Spanish Torah Fragment Pre-Expulsion Deer Parchment Inverted Nun

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Rare 15th Century Spanish Torah Scroll Fragment – Pre-Expulsion – Deer Parchment. Material: Rare Deer Parchment (Klaf Tzvi). Type: Torah Scroll Fragment / Manuscript. Date: Circa 15th Century (Pre-Expulsion Spain). Script: Sephardic (Spanish) Scribal Tradition. ### Overview: An Extraordinary Piece of History. This manuscript dates back to 15th-century Spain, making it one of the few [Continue]

Rare Carolingian Manuscript Fragment ca. 10th-11th Century Liturgical Missal

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A genuine medieval manuscript fragment on vellum, written in a fine Carolingian minuscule hand, dating from the 10th to very early 11th century A. This narrow strip of parchment once formed part of a large liturgical manuscript (likely a Missal or Sacramentary) produced in a Swiss or German scriptorium, quite possibly St. Gallen Abbey, one [Continue]