Late 19th century reliquary medallion – portrait of a nun – 2nd class relic cloth

Late 19th century reliquary medallion – portrait of a nun – 2nd class relic fabric
Small antique religious medallion, late 19th century, featuring a photograph of a nun (portrait in light-colored habit, face downcast) protected under a transparent disc on the front.
The edge is covered with purple fabric braid with a small loop for hanging.
On the back, a paper cover sealed with a red cross stamp contains a fragment of fabric. This is most likely a 2nd class relic (having belonged to or been in direct contact with the nun depicted).
Period: late 19th century
Diameter: approximately 2.5 cm
Materials: fabric, paper, silver print photograph
Dominant color: purple
Class of relic: 2nd class (textile fragment)
Condition: wear and patina of age, good overall condition
Catholic devotional and collector's item, sold as found.
Ideal piece for collectors of relics, religious memorabilia, or antique photography, or for a cabinet of curiosities.
Delivery:
Carefully packaged and protected, with tracking.
International shipping available.