{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-ancienne-notre-dame-de-la-salette-1846-vintage-bronze","title":"Antique Religious Medal Our Lady of La Salette 1846 Vintage Bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique religious medal depicts an emblematic figure of Our Lady of La Salette in prayer, identifiable by the embossed inscription \"SOUVENIR DE N.D. DE LA SALETTE 1846\" on the visible side. The object has a slightly irregular rounded shape, with an integrated bail for suspension, typical of 19th-century devotional medals. The central relief highlights the veiled silhouette of the Virgin, with well-defined folds in the garment, testifying to traditional casting work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal displays an antique patina, with brown and golden reflections, suggesting a bronze or brass-type finish, but without explicit mention of the material in the keywords, it is appropriate to describe it as having an aged bronze appearance. The contours of the motif and the letters are clear, although wear due to time is noticeable, particularly on the raised parts. The suspension ring, visible at the top, also shows beautiful homogeneity with the medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design and style of the scene, as well as the date 1846, are characteristic of religious objects produced in remembrance of the Marian apparition of La Salette, a significant event in 19th-century French Catholic piety. The piece as a whole evokes the artisanal style of votive medals from this period, with a slightly rustic appearance and beautiful depth of relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal is photographed in an antique rocaille-decorated case, which enhances its retro aesthetic and authenticity. No reverse side or additional details are visible in this view, in accordance with the rule of strictly describing the side shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Features an antique patina, visible wear from use on reliefs, and slight oxidation marks. The overall condition remains very decorative and typical of antique devotional medals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The apparition of the Virgin in La Salette occurred in 1846 in the French Alps and quickly led to the creation of numerous devotional objects, including commemorative medals. These medals were often given as souvenirs of pilgrimages and kept as objects of protection or prayer in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping from France. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: religious medal, Our Lady of La Salette medal, antique bronze medal, devotional object, vintage Catholic medal, religious souvenir, Marian apparition medal, old catholic medal, 19th century medal, devotional medal, brass medal with bronze appearance, antique prayer medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54262652010823,"sku":"61f8dba0-8e5a-4574-a161-c18ccf7df3de","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_4dd98edf-ede4-4f24-89fc-8aa27f980bba.jpg?v=1782873331","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-ancienne-notre-dame-de-la-salette-1846-vintage-bronze","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}