This is an extraordinary antique religious relic reproduction, dated 1913, housed in a beautifully ornate gold frame. The piece features. A replica of the Titulus Crucis – the plaque said to have hung above Jesus during the crucifixion, inscribed “IESVS NAZARENVS REX IVDAEORVM” (Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews) in Latin, Hebrew, and Greek. The inscription appears mirrored as preserved by traditional displays. An authentic iron nail piercing through the display to symbolize the Crucifixion. An official certificate in Latin, issued from the Monastery of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem (Rome) and dated February 7th, 1913, signed by D. The certificate verifies the relic’s authenticity and attests to its sacred symbolism. ?? Highlights. Issued and verified over 110 years ago. Linked to Vatican relic traditions. Original Latin seal and monastery markings. Rare religious collector’s item – seldom seen in the open market?? Measurements approx.. Frame: 12 in x 9 in. Depth: 1.5 in. Weight: 2.5 lbs Condition: Very good antique condition. The frame and glass are intact. The back paper shows expected wear due to age. The nail and document remain securely affixed. A powerful display piece. In the back this is what it translates to To all and everyone inspecting this letter, we affirm and attest the authenticity of this iron nail, bound with a red silk ribbon and secured with our small seal, stating that it was modeled after the Holy Nail preserved by us Cistercians in the lower chapel of relics at the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, Rome. This nail is one of the representations of those that affixed Our Lord Jesus Christ to the Cross, and has been so skillfully crafted that it appears very similar to the original. Given at Rome, in our Monastery of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem On the 7th day of February, in the year 1913 Signed: D.
