Lot of 4 old vintage Catholic religious medals, Virgin pendants

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description
This lot consists of four antique religious medals, visible in the photo. Each piece features distinct relief work, typical of vintage Catholic pendants used for devotion or worn as jewelry. Two of the medals are round, one depicting the Virgin surrounded by the inscription "ROSA MYSTICA" with rays and two kneeling figures at the bottom, with a shiny gold finish. The other round medal shows a full-length Virgin with open arms, surrounded by a peripheral inscription difficult to read in the photo, with an antique dark bronze patina.

A third medal adopts a square format with rounded corners, featuring the profile of a veiled female figure (probably the Virgin Mary) in relief, in a sober and refined style, with a dark bronze finish. The fourth medal, also predominantly round but openwork, is adorned with floral motifs in relief around the profile of the Virgin, with a patinated metal finish and decorative outlines reminiscent of Art Nouveau.

All four pendants have original suspension rings, visible on the front. The details of the reliefs, floral motifs, rays, and inscriptions attest to meticulous work characteristic of devotional objects from the early to mid-20th century, although precise dating cannot be guaranteed. Colors vary from shiny gold to patinated bronze or brass tones.

General wear is noticeable, particularly on the medals with a dark patina, where oxidation marks or rubbing are visible, enhancing their antique appearance. The gilded medal still retains a notable shine. No chips or major losses are visible on the front of the four pieces. The legible inscriptions and finely crafted profiles add to the decorative and religious interest of the set.

This lot is intended for those seeking antique religious medals for spiritual use, jewelry making, or personal space decoration.

Condition
Used item sold as is. Presence of wear, patina, and signs of age visible on the front of each medal, with no apparent losses.

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