Description: Reliquary Relic of Saint Nicholas Bari with Certificate 1st class , seal is intact. Saint Nicholas was a Christian bishop who provided for the poor and sick and is the basis for the popular character of Santa Claus.Who Was Saint Nicholas? Saint Nicholas was a Christian bishop who helped the needy. After his death, the legend of his gift-giving grew. Saint Nicholas transformed into the legendary character called Santa Claus, who brings Christmas presents to children around the world.Early Life Saint Nicholas was born circa 280 in Patara, Lycia, an area that is part of present-day Turkey. He lost both of his parents as a young man and reportedly used his inheritance to help the poor and sick. A devout Christian, he later served as bishop of Myra, a city that is now called Demre.Reputation There are many legends about Saint Nicholas of Myra. One story tells how he helped three poor sisters. Their father did not have enough money to pay their dowries and thought of selling them into servitude. Three times, Saint Nicholas secretly went to their house at night and put a bag of money inside. The man used the money so that one of his daughters could marry. On the third visit, the man saw Saint Nicholas and thanked him for his kindness. He also reportedly saved three men who were falsely imprisoned and sentenced to death. eBay requires a description. This is a hair scalp that is permitted for sale
Price: 1000 USD
Location: Los Angeles, California
End Time: 2024-09-05T20:14:36.000Z
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Religion: Christianity
Featured Refinements: Reliquary
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
