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French Monet Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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French Monet Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Medal Pendant

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 October 2026 · ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary in profile with a halo and a laurel leaf surround. Signed LO Monet. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture and 18 karat gold with a partial unknown maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.3 x 2 x 0.11 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 3.61 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Declaration

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

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SA1068797
Dealers Internal Reference
1636pp
Description
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary in profile with a halo and a laurel leaf surround. Signed LO Monet.
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Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture and 18 karat gold with a partial unknown maker's mark.
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd

Dimensions: 2.3 x 2 x 0.11 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 3.61 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
2.3cm (0.91")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1068797
Dealers Internal Ref
1636pp
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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Archive I A circular 18K yellow gold medal pendant featuring a relief profile of the Virgin Mary surrounded by a laurel leaf border. SOLD5 OCT 26

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A circular 18K yellow gold medal pendant featuring a relief profile of the Virgin Mary surrounded by a laurel leaf border.
French Monet Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • Material18K Gold, Yellow Gold
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsVirgin Mary profile, Laurel wreath border, Halo detail, Suspension loop
  • SizeH 2.3 cm (1 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

This French antique 18 karat yellow gold pendant takes the form of a round medal from 1910. The piece displays a relief profile of the Virgin Mary wearing a veil, accompanied by a halo detail and an outer border decorated with a laurel leaf pattern. The signature reads LO Monet, alongside stamps for French manufacture showing the eagle head, an 18 karat gold mark, and a partial unknown maker's mark. A suspension loop sits at the top for chain attachment. The piece measures 2.3 cm high, 2 cm wide, and 0.1 cm deep, excluding the jump ring, with a weight of 3.61 grams. This pendant serves as a personal accessory and functions as a wearable piece of historical jewellery for everyday use or special occasions. The circular design presents traditional religious iconography with detailed metalwork on a warm yellow gold tone. The construction includes a secure upper bail connected to the main disc, while the reverse side and edges maintain a clean finish. The item integrates easily into modern wardrobes as a delicate pendant necklace when paired with a compatible chain.

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Devotional medals have been produced in France for centuries, gaining widespread popularity during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as commemorative items for sacraments or personal protection. Master engravers die-struck precious metal discs with intricate iconographic bas-relief portraits of saints and the Virgin Mary.

Authentic French religious medals were commonly struck in 18-carat yellow gold using a die-stamping process that allowed for sharp detail in low relief. Details such as laurel borders, textured backgrounds, and hand-chased accents were frequently incorporated by skilled medallists.

French gold items generally feature official hallmarking, such as the eagles head stamp denoting 18-carat gold, applied to the suspension loop or rim. Additionally, many authentic medals bear the signature or initials of the artist who designed the die cast.

A gold devotional medallion can be worn as a singular focal piece on a fine gold chain or layered alongside contrasting chains and vintage charms. Its classic profile and rich warm colour complement both casual everyday wear and tailored evening attire.

Clean gold medals using a soft cloth and warm water with mild soap, avoiding harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could wear down delicate surface relief. Store the item separately in a lined jewellery pouch to prevent scratching from contact with other metals.
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