{"product_id":"antique-18k-gold-virgin-mary-medal-immaculate-heart-catholic-pendant-1920s-portuguese-religious-jewelry","title":"Antique 18k Gold Virgin Mary Medal, Immaculate Heart Catholic Pendant, 1920s Portuguese Religious Jewelry","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis early 20th-century Portuguese medal is made from 18k warm yellow gold and features a graceful image of the Virgin Mary, believed to represent her Immaculate Heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary is shown against a fan of golden rays, encircled by a pierced, scalloped border that gives the medal a light and almost lace-like appearance. The Immaculate Heart is associated with enduring love, mercy and spiritual strength, a comforting emblem intended to be worn close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts simple proportions and sculptural design make it equally suitable for any wearer, whether chosen as a personal expression of faith, a protective keepsake or a thoughtful sacramental gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal is unsigned and carries no visible hallmark, consistent with many privately made continental devotional jewels of its period. It has been acid tested and tests as 18k gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003cbr\u003e• 18k yellow gold, acid tested\u2028• No hallmark\u2028• Portuguese origin\u2028• Dating from approximately the 1920s\u2028• Approximately 2 cm including bail × 1.7 cm\u2028• Weight approximately 1.8 grams\u2028• Chain shown in image 7 for styling purposes only and not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal remains in good antique condition. Fine surface marks and gently softened relief reflect its age and previous life, adding warmth and authenticity to this intimate devotional jewel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKindly check my policies regarding returns, exchanges and shipping specifics. Making a purchase means you agree to these policies, so please familiarise yourself before you make your purchase. \u003cbr\u003eThank you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1642\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Day Before Today","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67837366763743,"sku":null,"price":415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/1688\/5727\/files\/1_cab56090-806b-421f-be9e-e83aa4d73fb7.jpg?v=1790773151","url":"https:\/\/thedaybeforetoday.com\/products\/antique-18k-gold-virgin-mary-medal-immaculate-heart-catholic-pendant-1920s-portuguese-religious-jewelry","provider":"The Day Before Today","version":"1.0","type":"link"}