A collection of contemporary ecclesiastical items and associated ephemera. The lot includes a leather-bound Cambridge Holy Bible with Apocrypha and several clerical stoles, including a cream-coloured silk-effect example with an embroidered Agnus Dei motif and floral decoration, and a woven liturgical stole in red, blue, and black featuring anchor and cross motifs. Notable ephemera includes a framed portrait photograph of Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, with a handwritten dedication to Fr Simon signed + Rowan Cantuar:. The lot also features a formal greeting card regarding a Royal Navy ship visit, signed by Archbishop Robert Runcie (+ Robert Cantuar:) and Noël Jones, Chaplain of the Fleet. Additional items comprise a painted wood icon of a bearded saint, a gold-toned religious medallion in a green presentation case, and multiple wooden pendant crosses.
Condition report:
The collection is in good overall condition, showing signs of light use consistent with ministerial service. The bible shows minor wear to the leather covers and edges. Fabric items are well-preserved with no significant staining or fraying observed. Ephemera and photographs show minor age-related toning and light handling marks to the frames and presentation cases.
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