This is a vintage Italian all-metal reliquary crucifix featuring a hidden compartment that houses a sacred relic labeled Terra Catacombe (Earth from the Catacombs), referencing early Christian burial sites in Rome. The crucifix opens via a small threaded pin at the base, revealing the relic stones securely encased inside the hollow cross. The crucifix bears classic styling with a detailed metal corpus of Christ, a red-brown painted background, and ?ROMA? and ?ITALY? stamped on the reverse. Measuring approximately 2? tall, this piece is small enough to be worn or carried, yet substantial in presence. A meaningful devotional item and a beautiful collector?s piece of Catholic heritage. Features: ? All-metal construction ? Hinged opening compartment with screw closure ? Contains labeled relic: Terra Catacombe ? Marked ?ROMA? and ?ITALY? on back ? Approx. 2? tall Ideal for collectors of religious artifacts, reliquaries, or Italian devotional art. There are scratches on the back.