reliquaries

Reliquary — Known as the "Reliquary of Pepin," this beautiful golden casket actually dates from about the year 1000. However, pieces of an earlier crucifixion scene were found inside, which may date to Pepin's time (817-38). One side of the reliquary depicts a Crucifixion scene in gold, while the other has two doves. David Joyal all photos →

Containers, usually made of precious materials and elaborately decorated, for the relics of a saint.

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Page Title: reliquaries
Added By: Holly Hayes
Date Published: December 12, 2012
Last Updated: April 15, 2024