Assicus
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Assicus (Asicus, Assic) was the first bishop of Elphin, Ireland, and venerated as the patron saint of that place. He was also an artisan metalworker.
Quick Facts Saint, Saint Patrick's coppersmith and Bishop of Elphin ...
Saint Assicus | |
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Saint Patrick's coppersmith and Bishop of Elphin | |
Born | unknown |
Died | c. 490 Racoo, Ballintra, County Donegal, Ireland |
Venerated in | Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, Anglican Communion[1] |
Feast | 27 April |
Patronage | Elphin, Ireland |
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