{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-vintage-notre-dame-de-lourdes-pendentif-ancien-ruban-patine","title":"Vintage religious medal Our Lady of Lourdes, antique patinated ribbon 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 vintage-style religious medal is presented with its original ribbon, aged by time. Oval in shape, the medal features a prominent relief depicting a religious scene, likely related to Our Lady of Lourdes as indicated by the provided keywords. The medal's outline is decorated with a regular beaded pattern, typical of old devotional productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ribbon attached to the medal shows a two-tone hue, ranging from beige to brown, and reveals original pleating, now marked by visible wear. The partially visible metal clasp connects the pendant and the ribbon. The side of the medal visible in the photo shows two figures in relief, one praying before the other, under a crown or a mandorla, a classic composition for Lourdes representations. Details are intentionally accentuated in the casting, giving the whole an old and authentic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal's surface presents a dark patina, a sign of prolonged use and air exposure over several decades. No chips are visible around the medal's edge from the shown side, and the ribbon, though worn, retains its initial structure. The ensemble rests on a yellow fabric background adorned with floral motifs, which is not included in the sale but enhances the object in the photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of religious medal, often used as a devotional or pilgrimage item, stands out for its figurative style and original textile attachment. The relief scene, though patinated, remains legible and testifies to old casting work. No text is decipherable on the visible side, but the iconographic composition clearly evokes the Christian universe and Marian pilgrimages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond-hand item, sold as is. The medal has a homogeneous patina, some traces of wear and oxidation visible on the front, while the ribbon is marked by time (discolorations, fraying). The details of the scene remain visible despite the wear. See photo for precise condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Lourdes medals, which appeared at the end of the 19th century, became emblematic objects of Catholic pilgrimage. They were often blessed on-site and brought back as souvenirs, or worn as a sign of protection and devotion. Older models are distinguished by their solid casting and the presence of a ribbon, which is less common today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in antique and religious items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique Lourdes medal, vintage religious pendant, devotional item, devotional medal, old oval medal, fabric ribbon medal, pilgrimage medal, Virgin Lourdes medal, Catholic medal, old Lourdes medal, devotional medal, bronze appearance medal, old ribbon medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54305769685319,"sku":"64a4c99f-71fc-4452-ae7d-666f1ff0477a","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_703125de-2d45-4a36-a5dc-c8872eb3f826.jpg?v=1783429330","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-vintage-notre-dame-de-lourdes-pendentif-ancien-ruban-patine","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}