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Ivory Reliquary Plaquette
Ivory Reliquary Plaquette
Ivory Reliquary Plaquette
Ivory Reliquary Plaquette

Ivory Reliquary Plaquette

Date15th Century
Object NamePlaquette
Mediumivory
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Length: 7.1 cm, Width: 3.4 cm, Diameter: 0.6 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1996 by Mr Leonard Joyce.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008902
About MeIvory relics such as this often served to immortalise the lingering presence of a saint, with many venerating physical remains or items of clothing. Items associated with a saint were believed to possess tremendous healing powers.
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Ivory relics such as this often served to immortalise the lingering presence of a saint, with many venerating physical remains or items of clothing. Items associated with a saint were believed to possess tremendous healing powers.

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