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What is a religious medal?
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A religious medal is normally made of metal and cast in a round or oval shape. It typically features the likeness of a saint most frequently associated with the Catholic faith, but it is also worn by Orthodox, Anglican, and Lutheran believers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage religious medals.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Sterling Silver Religious Medal Paperclip Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling Silver Religious Medal Paperclip Chain Necklace
Length: 28 Inches
Designer: J DAUPHIN
The necklace is handcrafted in solid sterling silver with two double-sided vintage ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a religious medal depicting the Virgin Mary holding a sheaf of lilies surrounded by laurel leaves, detailing the words R...
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French St Therese 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a religious medal depicting Saint Therese with the motto 'SAINTE THERESE DE L'ENFANT JESUS PPN'.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary and Child Religious Medal Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this round religious medal pendant features a detailed relief depiction of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, surrounded by radian...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a religious medal depicting the Virgin Mary within an oval engraved cartouche, the whole set to an Art Nouveau a...
Category
Vintage 1910s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a halo and a wavy frame. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture a...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
