Miraculous Medal of Our Lady of Graces Other shape, aluminium
Miraculous Medal of Our Lady of Graces Other shape, aluminium
€373,731.00
Location
Not classified
Year
Type
Commemorative medals/Religious medal
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
Diameter
Thickness
Shape
Other
Technique
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge
Smooth
Period
Notice
Reference(s)
Obverse description
• Mary stands on a globe, crushing a serpent beneath her feet. Describing the original vision, Catherine said the Blessed Mother appeared radiant as a sunrise, `in all her perfect beauty.` • Rays shoot out from Mary`s hands, which she told Catherine, `... symbolize the graces I shed upon those who ask for them.` • Stars background
Obverse lettering
1830
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Obverse script
Latin
Reverse description
• The large letter `M` for Mary • Cross and bar – Jesus Christs` cross of redemption for mankind. The interlacing of the M and the cross shows Mary`s close involvement with her son. • Left heart – the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Who died for the sins of mankind • Right heart – the Immaculate Heart of Mary, who intercedes for sinners • Flames above both hearts – the burning love both Jesus and Mary have for all people • Stars background
