{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-vintage-sainte-therese-priez-pour-nous-ancienne-patine","title":"Vintage Religious Medal Saint Thérèse pray for us old patina","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 Saint Thérèse in a bust, in profile, holding a cross and roses in her arms, emblematic motifs of this saint. The embossed inscription around the edge, perfectly legible, reads: \"SAINTE THERESE PRIEZ P.N.\" (SAINT THÉRÈSE PRAY FOR US), surrounded by a border of small beads and four stars distributed around the bottom of the medal. The portrait and inscriptions are finely chiseled, demonstrating meticulous craftsmanship typical of religious productions from the early to mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal features a silver-plated finish with a patinated appearance, with visible signs of wear on the reliefs, giving the whole an authentic charm and beautiful visual depth. The circular outline is accentuated by a regular beaded frieze, reinforcing the traditional aspect of the object. The suspension ring, clearly visible at the top, allows the medal to be easily attached to a chain, rosary, or keychain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe face of Saint Thérèse, the veil, and the cross are well-detailed despite the signs of wear, typical of objects worn daily. The dominant color is a matte silver-gray, punctuated by lighter areas on the most prominent parts, due to repeated rubbing. The medal stands out for its sober and devotional style, faithful to traditional Catholic iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface has no additional decoration or apparent signature. The whole evokes artisanal or semi-industrial manufacturing, characteristic of pious medals produced in France in past decades. The scene and typography are clearly visible, offering a beautiful visual impact for prayer or contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed medal, sold as is. Presence of a marked patina, wear and tear, and visible traces of oxidation on the front, particularly on the reliefs and the ring. No chips or major deformation visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, known as \"the Little Thérèse,\" is one of the most popular saints in French Catholicism. Canonized in 1925, she is often depicted with a cross and roses, symbols of her spirituality and her \"showers of roses\" promised after her death. Medals with her effigy have been worn as devotional objects since the early 20th century.\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 religious objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Saint Thérèse medal, antique religious medal, religious pendant, pious medal, old catholic medal, silver-plated prayer medal, vintage church medal, patron saint medal, religious pendant France, rosary accessory, devotional medal, antique religious medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54489350046023,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_8a11e9eb-b7cd-49c1-9d95-896ffb7a4cc6.jpg?v=1785627380","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-vintage-sainte-therese-priez-pour-nous-ancienne-patine","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}