The stolen skull of Saint Zdislava was returned

The recently stolen skull of Saint Zdislava was returned on Saturday to the basilica in Czech Republic during the Zdislava Pilgrimage and Mass. A packed basilica witnessed the handover to church representatives. Several hundred people attended the main service, including police officers who played a key role in recovering the precious relic.

Restorer presented the rescued relic of the saint, placed on a tray, to Archbishop, who presided over the main pilgrimage service. The saint’s skull had been on display in the cathedral for nearly 120 years in a reliquary on the side altar above the crypt containing her tomb. The thief stole the priceless relic from the altar on May 12 before the evening service.