Lot 4 antique vintage religious medals Virgin Mary gilt bronze

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This lot consists of four antique religious medals, visible in the photo, each featuring distinct Catholic iconography and relief work characteristic of late 19th or early 20th-century production. The medals are of varied shapes: two round models, one oval medal, and one octagonal, all fitted with an integrated suspension ring.

The first medal, oval in shape, depicts the Virgin Mary standing, surrounded by a raised inscription: "O MARY CONCEIVED WITHOUT SIN PRAY FOR US WHO HAVE RECOURSE TO THEE." The slightly worn design reveals details of the veil and open hands, typical of representations of the Miraculous Medal.

The octagonal medal features a profile of the Virgin, head covered with a veil, in a more minimalist and graphic style. The relief work highlights the delicacy of the face, framed by the geometric octagonal outline.

The first round medal shows the Virgin and Child, seated and holding the Infant Jesus on her lap, with the inscription "VIRGO CARMELI" on the border. The clearly legible motif is typical of Carmelite medals, with a traditional and detailed representation.

The second round medal depicts a figurative scene: a male figure carrying a child on his shoulders, probably iconography of Saint Christopher crossing water. The relief is quite pronounced, although the surface shows traces of wear and a homogeneous patina, characteristic of antique gilded bronze or aged metal-look medals.

Each medal displays a matte surface with a golden patina, with areas of oxidation and small traces of wear, testifying to their age. The inscriptions and motifs are in relief, with details still clearly legible despite the wear of time.

Condition
Used items, sold as is. Visible wear, patina, scratches, and marks of time on each medal. Details remain clearly identifiable on each visible side.

Did you know? The Miraculous Medal, depicting the Virgin Mary with open arms, was designed in 1830 in Paris following Marian apparitions to Saint Catherine Labouré. It has become one of the most widespread devotional objects in the Catholic world, a symbol of protection and grace.

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