Vintage silver-plated Catholic religious medal oval Infant Jesus

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Description This old Catholic religious medal has a slightly domed oval shape, typical of devotional objects from the early to mid-20th century. Made of metal with a matte silver appearance (material confirmed by keywords), it features beautiful relief work depicting a scene of the Infant Jesus surrounded by several children in prayer, under stylized trees. The composition is finely detailed, with visible depth effects in the drapery and vegetation.

The top of the medal bears the inscription "S. INFANTIA" (abbreviation for Sancta Infantia or Holy Childhood), while the bottom part has a partially legible Latin inscription, often associated with protection or devotion medals. The reverse is not visible in the photo, but the suspension ring is present, allowing it to be worn on a chain or cord. The slightly greyish patina and small signs of wear indicate old age, without altering the legibility of the decoration.

The edges are clean, with no apparent chips, and the medal retains its original relief, with areas polished by time. The central, very legible design highlights the scene of the blessing Infant Jesus, surrounded by kneeling figures, in a traditional figurative style. The medal is placed here on a carved wooden box (not included), which highlights its metallic reflections under natural light.

This type of medal is often given at baptisms, communions, or religious ceremonies. The style and craftsmanship evoke French production of pious medals from the 20th century, with no visible mark on the presented side. The whole gives an impression of piety and simplicity, characteristic of popular Catholic devotion.

Condition Used item, sold as is. Presence of a uniform patina, small traces of wear and light oxidation, with no notable structural defects. The medal retains all its reliefs and legible inscriptions.

Did you know? Holy Childhood medals are traditionally distributed by the Work of the Holy Childhood, founded in France in 1843, to support missions and encourage prayer for children around the world. This type of medal was commonly given to children during religious ceremonies until the 1970s.

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