{"product_id":"medaille-religieuse-vintage-st-blaise-ronde-patine-bronze-catholique","title":"Vintage St. Blaise Religious Medal, Round, Catholic Bronze 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\u003eSuperb antique religious medal, round in shape, featuring a relief of Saint Blaise holding a crozier. The inscription \"S. BLAISE ORA PRO NOBIS\" is clearly legible on the upper part of the rim. The medal displays a characteristic brown patina of antique pieces, with golden and coppery hues visible depending on the lighting, enhancing its authentic and vintage appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe haloed face of Saint Blaise is depicted in profile, in a sober figurative style. The crozier, an episcopal symbol, is clearly visible in the saint's hand. The attachment ring at the top is integral with the body of the medal, allowing for easy suspension on a chain or cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface shows uniform signs of wear, typical of an object that has endured through decades. The reliefs remain well-defined, particularly in the folds of the clothing and the details of the face. No major chips are visible on the presented side; the patina testifies to natural aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole is photographed against a refined background, highlighting the contrast between the medal and the decorative support, without accessories or distracting elements. No reverse side or additional engraving is visible in this photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage religious medal will be perfect as a pendant, Catholic talisman, or pious object for display. The aged bronze look and traditional motif make it a sought-after piece for collectors of antique religious objects and vintage spiritual jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The medal has a uniform patina and some signs of wear from use, with no major apparent defects on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr, is traditionally invoked for the healing of throat ailments. His feast day is celebrated on February 3rd in the Catholic liturgy, and many antique medals bearing his effigy were offered as protection during epidemics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique and religious objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique religious medal, Saint Blaise pendant, vintage bronze medal, Catholic medal, religious ornament, spiritual jewelry, protection medal, religious medal, catholic pendant, antique medal to hang, vintage medallion, patron saint medal, pious medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54293931524423,"sku":"17bec95d-7acf-4fc0-9349-8f700fd8c322","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_f74df7de-94ac-4b0f-a73b-ffc38f452c38.jpg?v=1783262220","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-religieuse-vintage-st-blaise-ronde-patine-bronze-catholique","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}