{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-vintage-bronze-dore-coeur-vierge-a-lenfant-ancien","title":"Vintage Gilt Bronze Religious Medal, Heart, Virgin and Child, Antique","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 features an elegant heart shape and an intricate, embossed outline with a luminous golden appearance. At its center, under a domed transparent cabochon, is a representation of the Virgin and Child, in soft blue, gold, and ivory tones. The central motif, in a classic style, evokes the pious medal productions of the late 19th or early 20th century, although the exact period cannot be formally attested without further evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe setting has an embossed border composed of regular round motifs, enhancing the decorative effect and the light on the whole. The suspension ring, visible at the top, is silver-colored, contrasting slightly with the warm hue of the main setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe religious scene, though slightly faded by time, remains recognizable thanks to the blue veil and the maternal posture. The main visible colors are deep blue, the gold of the halo, and the light beige of the face and clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is photographed on a fabric and gilded wood background, reinforcing its precious and vintage dimension. The style of the medal, its intricate outline, and its religious subject make it a typical devotional jewel, which can be worn as a pendant or kept as a pious object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire piece shows a soft patina and some visible signs of wear on the surface of the cabochon and the reliefs, testifying to its age and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible wear present, particularly on the central motif and the domed surface. Homogeneous patina, preserved antique charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Heart-shaped religious medals appeared in Europe as early as the 19th century, symbolizing both devotion and protection. They were often given during communions or pilgrimages, and some were made of gilded bronze to evoke preciousness while remaining accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique and devotional objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique religious medal, Virgin and Child pendant, gilded bronze jewelry, vintage religious heart, Catholic medal, 19th century piety, Mary medal, devotional medal, heart pendant, bronze medal, antique religious jewelry, pious medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54270422253895,"sku":"EBAY-315741506491","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_d93b7a95-cabb-4878-8fb5-2df5a1e1234d.jpg?v=1782970272","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-vintage-bronze-dore-coeur-vierge-a-lenfant-ancien","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}