{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-catholique-ronde-finition-argentee-vierge-pendentif","title":"Round Catholic religious medal, silver-plated finish, Virgin, pendant","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 Catholic religious medal is a round, silver-finished pendant. On the visible side, it features a central relief depicting the seated Virgin Mary, haloed, holding the Infant Jesus on her lap. The scene is finely detailed, with an impression of depth and relief on the medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAround the depiction, an inscription in capital letters follows the perimeter of the medallion. The upper part of the inscription is clearly legible: \"NOTRE DAME DE LOURDES PRIEZ POUR NOUS\" (OUR LADY OF LOURDES PRAY FOR US). The text is clear, in slight relief, and well-centered on the perimeter. The attachment ring is integrated into the pendant's mass, allowing it to be easily attached to a chain or cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface has a smooth, shiny finish, evoking a silvery metallic appearance. No hallmark or manufacturer's mark is visible on this side. The edges are slightly rounded, with no chips or major flaws, indicating careful striking work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal is suspended by a string in the photo, allowing its main side to be observed in detail. No reverse side is visible in the provided image, and only the side adorned with a religious motif is described here, in accordance with the visibility offered by the photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible side shows good preservation with slight marks or micro-scratches from use, typical of a worn pendant. No missing parts or structural defects are apparent on the observed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The medal of the Virgin Mary, known as the \"miraculous\" or \"Lourdes\" medal, is a widely recognized symbol of protection in Catholicism. The Sanctuary of Lourdes is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world, welcoming millions of faithful every year since the Marian apparitions of 1858.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be carefully shipped in secure packaging by a professional seller specializing in religious and devotional items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Virgin Mary medal, religious pendant, Catholic medal, Lourdes medal, devotional medal, silver-plated medal, prayer medal, protection medal, religious medal, Catholic pendant, Lourdes medal, saint medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54249246163271,"sku":"415fd040-8823-4a47-b2c3-858af8eefa30","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_ed2de149-3976-43a5-886d-31de9dd61b80.jpg?v=1782689037","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-catholique-ronde-finition-argentee-vierge-pendentif","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}