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Clasp - metal clasp in the shape of a cross with the initials J.J.P., undated

 Item — Box: 15, Tray: 2, Object: SHF01-0017

Collection description

From the Collection:

This collection contains various artifacts that have been collected over the past century and a half by the Sisters of the Holy Family. The majority of the collection consists of relics, textiles, and souvenirs collected by individual sisters. Most notably there is a traditional habit once worn by Sister Dolores (one of the founding members). There is also a piece of wood that belonged to one of the churches that was built by Father Damien in the leper colonies on the Island of Molokai, HI. This collection also contains separated out materials from other Collections. All artifacts are cataloged at the item level and tagged with their unique identification number.

Dates

  • Creation: undated

Creator

Extent

From the Collection: 27.29 Linear Feet : 584 items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Separated Materials

From Collection I, Congregation History; Series I, Founders; envelope read "cross from the black cape of Msgr. John J. Prendergast (a vestment set presented to him) with his initials on it. The vestments, quite old and tattered, were being disposed of when the vestments were moved from the rectory at O'Farrell Street to the new cathedral at Geary and Gough, 1970. The cross was taken off its cape where it served as the clasp, by Sister Michaela and saved by her. On the 1st centenary she carried it to the pulpit in Mission San Jose at the celebration there, and it was in her hand as she read the epistle. Sister M. Michaela, June 15, 1977"

Material Types

metal

Dimensions

4"x4"x.5"

Repository Details

Part of the Sisters of the Holy Family Archive Repository

Contact:
Archives & Special Collections
Santa Clara University Library
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Santa Clara CA 95053 United States
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