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A Cherished Piece of Devotional History: Vintage St. Gerard & Our Lady of Perpetual Help Medal
Offered for your consideration is a beautiful and authentic vintage Catholic devotional medal, a tangible piece of faith and history. This double-sided medal features two of the most powerful and beloved intercessors for families and those in need: Saint Gerard Majella and Our Lady of Perpetual Help. With its honest wear and beautiful patina, this medal tells the story of a life of prayer, having been a source of comfort and hope for decades.
A Union of Powerful Intercessors
This special medal brings together two figures whose histories are deeply intertwined through the Redemptorist religious order.
On one side is Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a depiction of the famous 15th-century Byzantine icon. The original icon was entrusted to the Redemptorist Order by Pope Pius IX in 1866 with the command to "Make Her known throughout the world." The image is a source of immense comfort, showing the Child Jesus, frightened by a vision of His future Passion, running to the safety of His Mother's arms. Mary's gaze is directed at us, offering compassion and perpetual aid in our own times of trial.
On the reverse is Saint Gerard Majella (S. GERARDUS), the beloved 18th-century Redemptorist lay brother known as "The Mothers' Saint." St. Gerard is the powerful patron of expectant mothers, childbirth, children, and the falsely accused. His reputation as a "wonder-worker" stems from countless miracles attributed to his intercession, most famously the story of his handkerchief, which miraculously saved a mother and child during a perilous delivery.
This pairing is a deliberate expression of the Redemptorist mission to bring God's mercy to the poor and suffering. It is a complete source of spiritual support for families, combining the promise of maternal comfort with the hope of miraculous intervention.
A Tangible Piece of History
This medal is more than just a piece of metal; it is an artifact with a story. The visible signs of age are a testament to its journey as a cherished sacramental. The gentle smoothing of the details comes from being held in prayer, and the dark patina in its crevices speaks to its authenticity and age.
Type: Vintage Double-Sided Devotional Medal
Figures: Saint Gerard Majella & Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Era: Mid-20th Century (circa 1940-1970)
Material: Silver-Toned Base Metal
Dimensions: ~¾" tall
Condition: Good vintage condition with authentic devotional wear and a beautiful, age-appropriate patina. The medal is structurally sound and ready to be worn or added to a collection. Please examine all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
A Meaningful Gift or Keepsake
This beautiful medal would make a thoughtful and cherished gift for:
An expectant mother or a couple trying to conceive
A new mother celebrating the birth of a child
Anyone facing a difficult situation or unjust accusation
A collector of vintage religious medals and sacramentals
Anyone with a devotion to St. Gerard or Our Lady of Perpetual Help
This is your opportunity to own a genuine piece of Catholic heritage, a small but powerful reminder of faith, hope, and the enduring comfort of powerful intercessors.
Please feel free to ask any questions. Thank you for looking!
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Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.
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