Reliquary, 1 St Class Relic St. Joseph Calasanz + COA Document

This is an exceptional Reliquary containing a 1 St Class Relic of:
Saint Joseph Calasanz – Ex Tela Imbuta Sanguine (from fabric imbued with his blood).

 
Saint Joseph Calasanz, was a Spanish Catholic priest, educator and the founder of the Pious Schools, which provided free education to poor boys. For this purpose he founded the religious order that ran them, commonly known as the Piarists. He became a close friend of the renowned astronomer Galileo Galilei. Joseph is honored as a saint by the Catholic Church, following his 1767 papal canonization. 
The reliquary comes with its original Certificate of Authenticity (COA), signed and sealed by the Head of the Piarists Order, His Eminence Josephus del Buono a Philippo Nerio, ensuring its authenticity and historical significance. This relic offers a unique connection to a figure deeply venerated in Catholic tradition.
 
Reliquary Details:
The relic is housed securely under glass, resting on a red silk background, which emphasizes its sacred purpose.
At the back of the reliquary, a wax seal remains intact. This wax seal matches the imprint found on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, further validating the origin and authenticity of the relic. The seal and document work together as proof of the relic's ecclesiastical approval and genuine lineage.
 
Condition:
Excellent condition, with no damage or missing parts. The silk threads, glass covering, and wax seal remain fully intact.
Provenance:
This relic originates from an Italian private collection
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