{"product_id":"pendentif-religieux-catholique-ancien-metal-medaille-vierge-relief-vintage","title":"Antique Catholic Religious Pendant Metal Medal Virgin Relief Vintage","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 Catholic religious pendant takes the form of a round metal medal, with a patinated appearance emphasizing its vintage authenticity. The visible side reveals a finely crafted relief depicting a haloed female figure, most likely the Virgin Mary, holding a cross and a bouquet of flowers, traditional iconographic elements. The relief work highlights the details of the veil, face, and hands, as well as the delicacy of the cross and flowers, typical of pious medals from the first half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe perimeter features a slightly raised border, adding volume to the medal. The robust suspension ring, integrated into the setting, allows for easy wearing on a chain or cord. The metal surface shows signs of wear, micro-scratches, and a homogeneous patina, indicating old use and natural metal aging. No chips or major defects are visible on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe background of the medal is matte, contrasting with the brighter reliefs of the motifs. Small floral ornaments engraved on the sides of the face are also visible, adding to the overall spiritual aesthetic. No legible inscription appears on the visible side, but the quality of the work suggests careful craftsmanship, probably of French or European origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of religious medal was commonly given for communions, confirmations, or pilgrimages, and was worn as both a pendant and a rosary medal. The style of the portrait, the composition, and the metal's patina clearly evoke a vintage item, probably from the 1940s to 1960s, without being able to specify further without visible inscriptions or hallmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is presented on an old carved wooden box (not included), highlighting the medal's historical character. The photograph illuminates the metal's texture and the relief's fineness, confirming the authenticity of this antique religious piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis religious pendant is pre-owned and sold as is. It presents a beautiful antique patina, some signs of wear and micro-scratches visible on the photographed side, with no apparent structural defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are assured by a professional seller. The item will be protected with the utmost care to ensure its safety during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: religious medal, virgin pendant, antique Catholic jewelry, pious medal, vintage medal, metal medal, religious medal, catholic pendant, holy medal, women's religious jewelry, old metal medal, Virgin Mary medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54232025628999,"sku":"34280594-4582-483c-97da-0c62dfdf2afe","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_b03d98c1-bade-43cf-8a72-b26968a17aab.jpg?v=1782420146","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pendentif-religieux-catholique-ancien-metal-medaille-vierge-relief-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}