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French Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18k Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant
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French Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18k Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant

1900 - 1920
Description

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Miraculous Medal. The medal depicts the Virgin Mary standing on a globe, crushing a serpent beneath her feet with rays shooting from her hands to symbolise the graces she bestows on those who ask for them. The words ‘O Marie, concue sans peche, PPN qui avons recours a vous’ (O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee) form an oval frame. Signed L.O. Mattei.

To the reverse, the Marion Cross above the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, surrounded by twelve stars. Stamped with the eagle’s head for 18 karat gold and French manufacture with a partial maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.6 x 1.7 x 0.12 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 3.53 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.6cm (1.02")
Width
1.7cm (0.67")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Miraculous Medal Pendant to the 1910s.

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SA1202640
Dealers Internal Reference
1757b
Description
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Miraculous Medal.
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The medal depicts the Virgin Mary standing on a globe, crushing a serpent beneath her feet with rays shooting from her hands to symbolise the graces she bestows on those who ask for them.
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The words ‘O Marie, concue sans peche, PPN qui avons recours a vous’ (O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee) form an oval frame. Signed L.O. Mattei.

fig 1. An oval 18k yellow gold pendant depicting the Virgin Mary with French devotional text embossed along the border.
fig 1. French Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18k Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant

To the reverse, the Marion Cross above the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, surrounded by twelve stars. Stamped with the eagle’s head for 18 karat gold and French manufacture with a partial maker's mark.

Dimensions: 2.6 x 1.7 x 0.12 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 3.53 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
2.6cm (1.02")
Width
1.7cm (0.67")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Miraculous Medal Pendant to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1202640
Dealers Internal Ref
1757b
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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An oval 18k yellow gold pendant depicting the Virgin Mary with French devotional text embossed along the border.
French Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18K Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant
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An oval 18k yellow gold pendant depicting the Virgin Mary with French devotional text embossed along the border.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Victorian
  • Material18K Gold, Yellow Gold
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsVirgin Mary figure, Embossed lettering, Oval frame, Suspension ring
  • SizeH 2.6 cm (1 in) x W 1.7 cm (1 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

This French Victorian pendant from 1910 takes the form of an oval charm medal in 18K yellow gold with a polished finish and a suspended jump ring. The front depicts the embossed figure of the Virgin Mary standing on a globe and crushing a serpent, encircled by French devotional lettering and signed L.O. Mattei at the base. Visible details include raised rays radiating from the hands, textural surface wear across the metal, and delicate detailing along the border. The reverse features the Marion Cross above the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, surrounded by twelve stars, alongside an eagle head stamp for French manufacture. The entire charm measures 2.6 cm high, 1.7 cm wide, and 0.1 cm deep, excluding the suspension ring. This religious pendant suits personal adornment when suspended from a fine chain, worn daily close to the heart as a traditional devotional piece. The piece fits seamlessly into modern jewellery collections, adding a touch of historical significance to everyday attire or evening wear. The compact scale allows it to layer easily with other necklaces or stand alone as a subtle statement item. The classic design and durable gold construction ensure longevity for contemporary use while maintaining its mid-century French devotional character.

FAQs

A Miraculous Medal is a devotional pendant originating in 19th-century France, associated with Marian visions and featuring an image of the Virgin Mary surrounded by traditional prayer text.

Religious medals are traditionally struck in gold, sterling silver, or bronze using dies to create detailed low-relief figures and inscriptions.

Authentic French gold items feature official hallmarks, such as the French eagle head mark for 18ct gold, alongside maker stamps or engraver signatures in the metal.

Gold medal pendants can be worn layered on fine gold chains or displayed within fabric-lined velvet frames as part of a historical collection.

Gold jewellery should be cleaned gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive compounds that could soften fine relief details.
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