Pocket oratory

Dec 24, 2023 - Small black leather pocket folder.....medals, Scapular, and prayer. Nice antique condition from Nun’s estate. Measures about 1 7/8” x 1 7/8” and snaps shut perfectly. Very nice sacred item. Most of my sacred items previously belonged to a retired Nun or Priest’s Estate.

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The pocket oratory was made popular in the 1800's as a type of traveling altar. It was used much as they are today, by workers and travelers who may not be close to a Church when they'd like to pray. There is significance of the position of each item. I worked closely with iconographer David Clayton, who has given me the following information: As Christ on the Cross is the center of our Faith, so the crucifix is the center of the oratory. To the right should be a picture of Christ glorified…

Small black leather pocket folder.....medals, Scapular, and prayer. Nice antique condition from Nun’s estate. Measures about 1 7/8” x 1 7/8” and snaps shut perfectly. Very nice sacred item. Most of my sacred items previously belonged to a retired Nun or Priest’s Estate.

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