RARE Vintage Miraculous Medal Infant Prague Knights Columbus Shrine Gold VG+

Discover an EXTRAORDINARY double-blessing Catholic medal that unites TWO of Catholicism's most powerful devotions in ONE sacred piece - a spiritual treasure from a bygone era of American Catholic heritage.

Sacred Heritage

This RARE vintage medal comes directly from the Knights of Columbus Shrine in New Haven Connecticut - the spiritual heart of America's most influential Catholic fraternal organization.

Dating to approximately 1945-1965 this medal was created during the GOLDEN AGE of American Catholicism when faith was woven into the daily fabric of family life.

Feel the weight of nearly 200 years of Miraculous Medal devotion combined with the centuries-old veneration of the Infant of Prague - TWO powerful spiritual protections merged into ONE sacred devotional.

Your grandparents or great-grandparents may have traveled miles to obtain such a blessed sacramental having it personally touched to sacred relics and blessed by priests at this historic shrine.

These AUTHENTIC shrine medals were NEVER mass-produced for general retail - they were available ONLY to pilgrims who made the journey to this sacred site.

Divine Craftsmanship

Marvel at the EXQUISITE die-striking that captures every sacred detail with a precision that modern manufacturing simply cannot replicate.

The gold-plated surface retains its original warm luster carrying the prayers and devotions of generations who understood the PROFOUND protection offered by these sacred medals.

Measuring approximately 0.75-1 inch (19-25mm) in height and 0.5-0.65 inches (12-16mm) in width this medal is the PERFECT size for wearing close to your heart or carrying in a pocket or purse.

The front displays the beloved Infant of Prague - the Child Jesus as Divine King - surrounded by the commemorative text of the Knights of Columbus Shrine in New Haven.

Turn it over to discover the classic Miraculous Medal imagery of the Blessed Virgin Mary with rays of grace flowing from her hands surrounded by the powerful prayer 'O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee.'

The integrated bail is sturdy and perfectly formed for hanging on a chain rosary or bracelet - ready to continue its sacred purpose in your life or collection.

Spiritual Significance

This is NOT merely a piece of jewelry but a POWERFUL spiritual tool that Catholics have relied upon for generations of divine protection.

The Miraculous Medal originated with St. Catherine Labouré's visions in 1830 where the Virgin Mary promised EXTRAORDINARY graces to those who wear this medal with devotion and faith.

Countless miracles conversions and answered prayers have been attributed to the Miraculous Medal over nearly two centuries earning it the nickname 'Medal of Many Miracles.'

The Infant of Prague devotion traces back to 17th century Bohemia where a small statue of the Child Jesus became renowned for miraculous interventions in times of poverty illness and family crisis.

By combining BOTH devotions in one medal the Knights of Columbus created a spiritual powerhouse that addresses both material needs (through the Infant of Prague) and spiritual protection (through the Miraculous Medal).

Traditional Catholics know that properly blessed medals serve as channels of divine grace and protection against spiritual and physical dangers - a belief upheld by centuries of Catholic teaching and experience.

Condition & Details

This blessed devotional remains in EXCEPTIONAL vintage condition - a testament to the reverence with which it was handled over decades.

The gold plating retains excellent luster with only minimal wear consistent with its age and devotional use.

Both the front and reverse show CRISP clear details with all text fully legible and all sacred imagery precisely defined.

The bail is intact and fully functional ready for wearing or display in your sacred collection.

Minor surface handling marks consistent with age only add to the authentic character and spiritual journey of this sacred heirloom.

Unlike modern reproductions this authentic shrine medal carries the energy and devotion of mid-century American Catholicism - a VANISHING era when faith formed the cornerstone of family and community life.

Collector's Treasure

Serious collectors of Catholic devotional items are RACING to secure authentic shrine medals before they DISAPPEAR FOREVER into permanent collections and museums.

This specific medal represents a TRIPLE COLLECTING OPPORTUNITY - valuable to collectors of Miraculous Medals Infant of Prague devotionals AND Knights of Columbus historical items.

As traditional Catholic practices experience renewed interest among younger generations authentic vintage devotionals like this are being RAPIDLY ACQUIRED by those seeking tangible connections to their spiritual heritage.

Estate collections containing these sacred items are becoming EXTINCT as families fail to recognize their spiritual and historical significance before they're lost forever.

Once these authentic shrine medals are gone they are GONE FOREVER - No reproductions exist that capture the same spiritual significance and historical connection.

Pass down this sacred legacy to your children and grandchildren - a spiritual guardian that connects them to generations of faith that have sustained Catholic families through war depression and cultural upheavals.

This medal represents a DISAPPEARING religious artifact from a golden era of American Catholic life that WILL NEVER BE PRODUCED AGAIN with such reverence and quality.

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100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED - Your faith deserves authentic sacred items that honor the traditions and devotions that have sustained Catholics through generations of challenges and triumphs.

Don't let this sacred treasure slip through your fingers - Add to cart NOW before another collector claims this increasingly rare piece of Catholic heritage!

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Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.