{"product_id":"pendentif-religieux-ancien-metal-vierge-marie-italie-medaille-catholique","title":"Old religious pendant metal Virgin Mary Italy Catholic medal","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 pendant is presented as a round medal with a fixed bail, made of metal with a slightly patinated matte finish. On the visible side, the relief depicts the crowned Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus, in a classic posture of Catholic iconography. The scene is surrounded by a partially legible embossed inscription: \"DECOR… CARME\", as well as the mention \"ITALY\" at the bottom, indicating Italian manufacture. The style of the medallion, combined with the typography and the treatment of the motif, suggests a 20th-century production, typical of devotional objects distributed during pilgrimages or religious ceremonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant features a large and sturdy ring, allowing it to be worn on a chain, a cord, or attached to a rosary. The surface has a homogeneous patina, with some visible traces and signs of wear, highlighting the antique character of the piece. The contours of the motif remain sharp, although some areas of the relief show a slight softening, testifying to past use or long-term preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe main color is that of a light metal with a slightly satin appearance, with no apparent gilding or silvering on the visible side. The whole offers a sober rendering, suitable for devotion or the collection of religious objects. No additional decoration, stone, or enamel is visible on this side, reinforcing the clean and traditional look of the medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscription \"ITALY\" attests to an Italian origin, renowned for the production of quality religious medals and pendants, often associated with major pilgrimage sites. The style of the Virgin's portrait and the partial inscription \"CARME\" could evoke a link with Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a Marian figure highly revered in Catholicism, although this cannot be affirmed with certainty from the image alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bail and the ring are solidly integrated into the medal, without superfluous ornamentation. The whole presents an authentic appearance, characteristic of devotional objects that have spanned decades. No additional decorative elements or manufacturer's marks are visible on the photographed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible patina, traces, and signs of wear consistent with the age and liturgical use of this type of medal. Homogeneous surface, generally legible reliefs.\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: pious medal, Virgin Mary pendant, antique Catholic medal, religious metal jewelry, scapular, Italian medal, Italy religious pendant, devotional medal, Our Lady medal, devotional object, hanging medal, antique Italy medal, Marian medal, religious medal Italy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54318900216135,"sku":"45d0cce4-5e5a-4342-b69d-5ba3effe5444","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_21d44331-3a4b-465a-b67d-5b1b34d83f44.jpg?v=1783632535","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pendentif-religieux-ancien-metal-vierge-marie-italie-medaille-catholique","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}