{"product_id":"pendentif-medaille-religieuse-n-d-des-miracles-metal-vintage-ancien-catholique","title":"Religious medal pendant Our Lady of Miracles vintage antique Catholic metal","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 old religious pendant features an oval metal medal with a patinated appearance, mounted on a gold-colored metal ring. The visible side shows a bas-relief depicting the crowned Virgin seated, holding the equally crowned Infant Jesus on her lap, both wearing religious attributes. The perfectly legible raised inscription reads: \"N.D. DES MIRACLES PRIEZ POUR NOUS\" (Our Lady of Miracles Pray for Us), highlighting its Catholic origin and its function as a devotional medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal has a matte and irregular surface, reflecting its age and natural wear of the metal. The slightly beveled edge accentuates the relief of the central design, while a small stylized cross appears beneath the main scene. The gold-toned attachment ring visually contrasts with the silver color of the pendant, suggesting its traditional use as a religious pendant or keychain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconographic style and raised typography are characteristic of pious medals produced in France from the turn of the 20th century up to the 1950s, although the absence of a visible hallmark or date on the shown face does not allow for a more precise attribution. The overall aesthetic is sober, typical of popular devotional objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe details of the faces and clothing, although slightly faded by time, remain recognizable, giving the medal an authentic charm. The gray patina of the metal accentuates the contrast between the raised parts and the background, enhancing the antique appearance and spiritual dimension of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item with a marked patina, traces of oxidation, and small visible signs of wear on the surface and relief. Attachment ring in apparent good condition. The item is sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe mention \"Notre-Dame des Miracles\" (Our Lady of Miracles) refers to several sanctuaries and pilgrimage sites in France, one of the most famous of which is in Mauriac, in the Cantal region. Medals bearing the effigy of the Virgin and Child were traditionally worn to invoke protection and intercession, particularly during travels or important life events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging, fast shipping, and tracking provided by a professional seller specializing in antique and religious objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: religious medal, catholic pendant, Our Lady of Miracles, antique medal, Virgin and Child, pious medal, vintage religious jewelry, protection medal, silver-plated metal medal, religious medal, catholic pendant, blessed medal, oval medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54319305883975,"sku":"7eee57e4-12ef-4659-8747-4e079518dd88","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_56ed1ac1-edc4-4f95-a726-b921e51af023.jpg?v=1783649863","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pendentif-medaille-religieuse-n-d-des-miracles-metal-vintage-ancien-catholique","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}