19th Cent. Reliquary 1 St Class Relic St. Anthony Padua + Wax Seal

This remarkable 19th-century reliquary holds a 1 st Class (From the body) Holy Relic of:
Saint Anthony of Padua – Doctor of the Church
He was born and raised by a wealthy family in Lisbon, Portugal, and died in Padua, Italy. Noted by his contemporaries for his powerful preaching, expert knowledge of scripture, and undying love and devotion to the poor and the sick, he was one of the most quickly canonized saints in church history, being canonized less than a year after his death. 
Reliquary description
The relic is safely kept under a glass resting on a gold thread silk background. 
At the back of the reliquary, we find the Episcopal’ s wax seal of His Eminence Cardinal Engelbert Sterckx, Archbishop of Mechelen, Primate of Belgium. The threads and wax seal are in outstanding condition guaranteeing the authenticity of this holy relic.
Condition
Great condition. No damage or missing parts. The silk threads and wax seal are intact and in their place. Beautiful patina.
Provenance
Belgium private collection
Measurements:
Diameter: Approx. 4 cm 
Height: Approx. 2 cm
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