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French Emile Dropsy Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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French Emile Dropsy Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Medal Pendant

1900 - 1920
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An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary holding a lily with the inscription ‘Regina Virginum’ surrounding her halo. Signed E.D for Emile Dropsy. The reverse depicts a sheaf of roses and is engraved ‘Paulette' with the date '16 Janvier 1928’. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture and 18 karat gold with an unknown maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.15 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 4.26 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.1cm (0.83")
Width
1.7cm (0.67")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Virgin Mary Medal to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143774
Dealers Internal Reference
1332
Description
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary holding a lily with the inscription ‘Regina Virginum’ surrounding her halo. Signed E.D for Emile Dropsy. The reverse depicts a sheaf of roses and is engraved ‘Paulette' with the date '16 Janvier 1928’. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture and 18 karat gold with an unknown maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.7 x 0.15 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 4.26 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
2.1cm (0.83")
Width
1.7cm (0.67")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Virgin Mary Medal to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143774
Dealers Internal Ref
1332
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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An antique French 18ct yellow gold circular medal pendant featuring a profile relief of the Virgin Mary surrounded by a halo and Latin inscription.
French Emile Dropsy Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Art Nouveau
  • Material18ct Yellow Gold
  • ColourYellow Gold
  • MotifsVirgin Mary profile, Inscribed halo, Floral relief work, Suspension bail
  • SizeH 2.1 cm (1 in) x W 1.7 cm (1 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

This French Art Nouveau pendant is shaped as an 18 karat yellow gold circular medal from 1910, designed by Emile Dropsy. The piece shows a profile relief of the Virgin Mary holding a lily, surrounded by an inscribed halo bearing the Latin text 'Regina Virginum' and small cross motifs. The yellow gold surface displays subtle surface wear along the rims, delicate floral relief work at the base, and an integrated suspension bail at the top. The pendant measures 2.1 cm high, 1.7 cm wide, and 0.2 cm deep. Worn today on a personal chain, this jewel brings a touch of French chateau history to daily attire.

FAQs

Devotional medal pendants emerged as popular expressions of Catholic faith, reaching a height of artistic production in France during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Medallic artists cast or struck these pieces in precious metals, often featuring relief portraits of the Virgin Mary or various saints in Art Nouveau styles.

High-grade religious medals were crafted from solid gold, including 18ct yellow gold, or sterling silver, while everyday versions were produced in bronze or silver-plated brass. Dies were hand-engraved by master engravers to achieve fine relief detail in the soft metal.

Authentic period pieces feature French hallmark stamps such as the eagles head for 18ct gold, visible makers marks, and signatures of known engravers pressed directly into the metal relief. They also display characteristic hand-finishing and natural surface wear consistent with age.

These historical medals are commonly styled as focal pendants on delicate gold link chains or layered alongside other vintage charms and amulets. They can also be attached to charm bracelets or repurposed into pocket watch chain fobs.

Clean high-carat gold gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled brush to clear debris from detailed relief carving. Avoid abrasive polishing compounds or chemical dips that can strip historical patina from recessed areas.
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