Maxima, of Rome
Person
Biographical note
A Roman slave, who died under the lash during the persecution of Diocletian, around 304. She was condemned to death together with Saint Ansanus.
(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
Maximina
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Saint Maxima of Rome, undated
File — Box 60: Series VIII, tray: 2, Item: 25
Identifier: B
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...
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research.
Dates:
undated