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Dorothy, Saint, -311

 Person

Biographical note

A virgin-martyr of Caesarea in Cappadocia who suffered under Diocletian.

(paraphrased from The Book of Saints : A Dictionary of Persons Canonized or Beatified by the Catholic Church. 5th edition. New York: Crowell, 1966.)

Alternate names

Dora, Dorothea of Caesarea

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Saint Dorothy, undated

 File — Box 60, tray: 3, Item: 11
Scope and Contents From the Series: Small personal religious items including badges, bookmarks, commemorative coins, devotional wallets, jewelry, medals, money clips, key rings, ribbons, pins, and travel accessories. Some items were used during prayer, while others mark religious identity or commemorate particular religious events or awards. Many objects are inscribed with "I am a Catholic; in case of an accident kindly notify a priest." Quite a few of the badges are handmade.Objects containing relics, including...
Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated