20x14mm Gold Plated Sterling Silver Our Lady of Miraculous Medal

This gold plated sterling silver Miraculous Medal is associated with the devotion to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, a Marian devotion originating from the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to Saint Catherine Labouré in 1830 in Paris, France.

Design

Front: An image of the Blessed Virgin Mary with rays of light streaming from her outstretched hands, symbolising the graces she bestows upon those who ask. Surrounding this image is the inscription "O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee", a reference to the dogma of the Immaculate Conception.

Back: The reverse features a large "M" surmounted by a cross, with two hearts below: the Sacred Heart of Jesus, crowned with thorns, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, pierced by a sword. This side may also include twelve stars, representing the twelve apostles.

Purpose and devotion

The Miraculous Medal is believed to bring special graces to those who wear it with faith. According to tradition, those who wear the medal, particularly after it has been blessed by a priest, will receive the protection and intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Many Catholics wear the Miraculous Medal daily as a sign of their faith and devotion to Mary. It is often given as a gift for significant religious milestones such as baptisms, confirmations or first communions. The medal is typically blessed by a priest, which is believed to confer additional spiritual benefits and protection.