{"product_id":"large-antique-religious-medal-in-solid-silver-and-rose-gold-plate-virgin-and-child-souvenir-of-notre-dame-du-sacre-coeur-dissoudun-french-pendant-19th-early-20th-century","title":"Large Antique Religious Medal in Solid Silver and Rose Gold Plate, Virgin and Child – Souvenir of Notre-Dame du Sacré-Cœur d'Issoudun – French Pendant, 19th\/Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA devotional medal with quiet, timeless charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis large antique pendant medal in solid silver, hexagonal in shape, features at its center a rose gold-plated medallion finely engraved with the crowned Virgin holding the crowned Christ Child. The piece is framed by an openwork solid silver mount, adorned with a garland of flowers and foliage tied with ribbons at top and bottom — a classic motif of French religious jewelry from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType: Large pendant medal \/ fob charm\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Late 19th – early 20th century\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Solid silver, hallmarked on the bail; rose gold-plated central medallion\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 37 x 24 mm (1.46 x 0.94 in)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 7.3 g\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, with patina and light wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe engraving is crisp and precise, with delicate rendering of the drapery and faces despite the medallion's generous size. The contrast between the solid silver mount and the rose gold-plated central medallion gives the piece a particularly refined relief. The reverse, fully openwork in the same floral motif, bears the engraved inscription \"Souvenir de N.-D. du Sacré-Cœur d'Issoudun,\" referring to the Marian shrine of Issoudun, a major Catholic pilgrimage site in France since the 19th century. The hallmark visible on the bail confirms the solid silver, and the ring allows it to be worn as a pendant or attached to a watch chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis medal can be worn as an everyday pendant or kept as a collectible piece on display, and makes a meaningful gift for a christening, communion, or any religious occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt will appeal to collectors of antique religious jewelry, lovers of French antiques, and anyone seeking a devotional object with genuine history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAuthentic, antique, and made with real craftsmanship, this large solid silver and rose gold-plated medal has stood the test of time — a rare find for those who love religious jewelry of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis large antique religious medal in solid silver with a rose gold-plated medallion, featuring the Virgin and Child and engraved as a souvenir of Notre-Dame du Sacré-Cœur d'Issoudun, captures the refinement of French devotional pendants of old — a hallmarked piece with quiet charm, perfect for collectors and meaningful gifting alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for new arrivals and a closer look at each piece: \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":58642128994639,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0652_005c7e5a-cd41-4f51-86a9-115752f52abe.jpg?v=1788333325","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/large-antique-religious-medal-in-solid-silver-and-rose-gold-plate-virgin-and-child-souvenir-of-notre-dame-du-sacre-coeur-dissoudun-french-pendant-19th-early-20th-century","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}