Reliquary (noun)

1. A container or shrine for preserving sacred relics, especially those of saints.
2. A place where relics are kept for veneration.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french reliquaire, from medieval latin reliquarium, from latin reliquiae 'remains'.

Examples:

1. The reliquary held a piece of the saint's clothing and a lock of his hair.
2. The reliquary was made of gold and encrusted with precious gems.
3. The reliquary was taken on a pilgrimage by the faithful.
4. The reliquary was housed in a chapel dedicated to the saint.
5. The reliquary was considered a holy object and was treated with great reverence.