GERMAN NUN'S HABIT PROFESSION RELIQUARY CROSS WITH AGNUS DEI DISC

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Scarce German silver-tone metal nun's habit profession cross, dedicated to the lifelong devotion of Sister Mary Hyacinth (19th c.), central theca reliquary housing an Agnus Dei disc (papally blessed Paschal candle wax), beside banners inscribed "concordia (harmony)" and "benedictio (blessing)," affixed to ebony-inlaid crucifix pendant with applied Corpus Christi, trefoil terminals, engraved inscription "Mary Sister Hyacinth, R.I.P. Oct. 22, 1987" at reverse, marked Germany, approx 6.5"l, 3.75"w, 116.9 grams (inclusive of all materials) **Provenance: from the extensive collection of a long-time contributor of relics, Catholic church goods, and liturgical antiques** **NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE. STANDARD TREATMENTS ASSUMED ON ALL COLORED STONES**

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