{"product_id":"antique-gold-plated-ave-maria-medal-virgin-mary-pendant-french-religious-medallion-signed-l-lasserre-augis-vintage-catholic-jewelry","title":"Antique Gold-Plated Ave Maria Medal – Virgin Mary Pendant, French Religious Medallion Signed L. Lasserre Augis – Vintage Catholic Jewelry","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA timeless religious medal where the Virgin Mary's delicate profile rises in relief beneath a finely engraved veil, framed by the inscription \"AVE MARIA.\" Struck in gold-plated metal, it bears the signature of sculptor L. Lasserre and the mark of the Augis house, a leading French name in religious and commemorative medals. A piece steeped in spirituality and history, as lovely to wear as to pass down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType: Religious pendant medal with integrated bail\u003cbr\u003eEra: Vintage, Art Deco style (early-to-mid 20th century)\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Gold-plated metal\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Total height 4.9 cm with bail (1.93 in) \/ Medallion diameter 4.2 cm (1.65 in)\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition, light patina and minor wear to the reverse, crisp and well-preserved relief on the front\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Virgin's profile is rendered with real finesse: the veil falls in precisely engraved folds, the bowed face keeps a soft, contemplative expression, and the raised lettering of \"AVE MARIA\" frames the medal beautifully. The polished high points contrast with the satin background, giving the whole piece depth and light. The reverse, left blank, is ready for a personal engraving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe medal is signed L. Lasserre and struck by the Augis house, a well-known Lyon manufacturer in 20th-century French religious medals. A signature that speaks to the care behind the piece and its original authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis medal wears easily as a pendant on a fine chain, adds beautifully to a charm bracelet, or simply holds its place in a jewelry box as a devotional keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt will appeal to collectors of antique religious jewelry, lovers of vintage French pieces, and anyone seeking a meaningful gift for a communion, christening, or spiritual occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn authentic, signed piece with careful relief work and timeless symbolism — jewelry that carries through generations without losing its shine or its meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis gold-plated Ave Maria medal, signed L. Lasserre for the Augis house, captures the quiet elegance of old French religious jewelry. Between its careful relief work, Marian symbolism, and genuine vintage craftsmanship, it's a piece of real character for anyone drawn to antique medals full of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for more pieces and a look behind the scenes: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58702275969359,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0658_08a99298-6203-411f-ae83-cef82f67661a.jpg?v=1788787932","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/antique-gold-plated-ave-maria-medal-virgin-mary-pendant-french-religious-medallion-signed-l-lasserre-augis-vintage-catholic-jewelry","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}