Medallion de la Sainte Mère
Description
Rooted in the lineage of French Marian devotion, this piece echoes a time when France, called “La Fille Aînée de l’Église” {the Eldest Daughter of the Church}, held a profound reverence for the Virgin Mary. She was known as protector, mother, a vessel of purity and mercy, and the spiritual mother of the French people.
Inspired by an antique 18th-century French amulet, this is the kind of sacred medallion people wore over their hearts for blessing, protection, and maternal guidance. The archetype of the Holy Mother - nurturing, guiding the soul back to its innocence, healing childhood wounds, and restoring trust in the Divine - emulate an ever-present reminder that you are held and watched over.
The carving of the angelic Doves emanate the Holy Spirit - messengers of God, imbuing comfort, purity, renewal, and Divine protection.
This is a double-sided medallion, featuring a depiction of Jesus on the back. This type of medal, in France, was known as a médaillon à double dévotion — a “double-devotion medal.” Representing Mary as the portal to Christ, access to the Divine through compassion and truth, and a full circle of devotion.
Medallion measures approx. 19.5mm around.
Solid 14k yellow gold on your choice of box chain or 1.5mm diamond cut rope chain, available in 16" or 18"
Production Info
*Please note: all pieces are made by my hands to order with up to a 3-4 week production time. If you have a rush-order, please email to discuss! For more information about Jewelry Care, Warranty and Returns, please see our FAQ page.
FAQ
DO YOU GIFT WRAP?
Each order comes gift wrapped, please ensure you fill out the "Gift" notes section upon checkout, as your item will be thoughtfully wrapped and personalized with recipients name, along with description cards of each piece and selected stones!
DO YOU CAST IN ROSE OR WHITE GOLD?
Any piece that is not a ready-made one of a kind is available to custom order in 14k White or 14k Rose Gold.
Please enter your preferred metal in the notes section upon checkout, or feel free to contact us before ordering!
PRODUCTION & SHIPPING
All Fine Jewelry items are handcrafted and made to order. All of our pieces require up to 3-4 weeks for turnaround production time, to allow for sizing, polishing, and making sure your jewelry is perfect!
If you have a specific deadline you need to meet, please contact us to let us know. We may request that you pay for upgraded expedited shipping, and may not be able to accommodate all requests.
HOW DO I KNOW WHICH STONE IS FOR ME?
I always, always recommend as first priority to go with what you’re drawn to. Oftentimes, your first instinct as led by your intuition will be spot on for what energy you’re wanting to align with or needing in your life at this time - don’t overthink it!
An easy way to clear your mind and become present with your current state of being:
Close your eyes and take a few slow, deep breaths.
Focus your attention on the ground beneath your feet, gradually relaxing into a naturally comfortable state. Picture your body within a bright, warm pyramid of white light as you exhale.
Release any impeding stresses that pop into mind, and ask your subconscious to come to the forefront.
See what you’re drawn to aesthetically, then proceed by reading about each energy to determine which one feels right.