The Miraculous Medal given to St Catherine Laboure from Our Lady who promised all who wear this image will receive great graces. The front of the medal stands on a globe crushing the head of the serpent symbolizing her role as the new Eve. The Back of This medal is Blank.
*Gold Filled Chain is Sterling Silver base
*Medals are Solid Bronze base & Gold Filled
* Back of Miraculous medal is Blank. back of Crucifix is blank.
*Medals are handmade - therefore you should expect variations of shade, & markings. Feel free to ask for a photo of the current batch prior to ordering as there are no returns.
**Is Gold Filled real gold?
It's an actual layer of gold-pressure bonded to another metal. Gold filled is not to be confused with gold plating as filled literally has 100% more gold than gold plating. Gold filled is much more valuable and tarnish resistant. ... Gold filled jewelry is an economical alternative to solid gold.
**Gold-filled jewelry is jewelry composed of a solid layer of gold mechanically bonded to a base of sterling silver.To extend the life of your gold filled and vermeil jewelry, avoid wearing when washing hands, showering, applying lotion, using harsh cleaning supplies or working out. To clean, buff gently with a soft and dry 100% cotton cloth or a microfiber cloth. Do not use jewelry cleaner on gold filled jewelry.
Approximate Medal sizes:
Crucifix 1/2x3/4
Miraculous Medal:5/16x9/16
