An 18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket.
Possibly of European origin, this ancient treasure chest has parts dating back as far as the 17th century.
Painted and gilded to all sides with a series of heraldic shields and medieval kings, wrapped with ribbons of symbolism and inscriptions.
Modelled after coffers of the 13th century, the golden centrepiece appears to be missing a lock.
Historic alterations, repairs, decoration retouched in places. Slight distortion in shape. 19th century historic repairs and alterations. Hinged lid. It appears to have never been fitted with a lock.
We are open weekly as follows:
FROM THE M50 / ROSS-ON-WYE
At the end of the M50, take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50). Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles and take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, signed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.
FROM A49 HEREFORD
Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow, there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 signed Wormelow / Monmouth. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.
