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1988.21.23

Medal of the Virgin Mary.

1988.21.23

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Collection type
Object
Description
Medal of the Virgin Mary.
Long description
Oval medal with suspension loop. On obverse a figure of the Virgin and the inscription 'O MARIE CONCUE SANS PECHE PRIEZ POUR NOUS QUI AVONS RECOURS A VOUS' and the date 1830. On reverse a cross intertwined with the letter M, 2 hearts, one pierced with a knife, and a border of stars.
Geographical reference
France
Europe > Western Europe > France
Cultural groups
French
Date / Period
Date made: 1830
Date collected
By 1988
Acquisition information
Donated: 06/1988
Materials and processes
Material Silver Metal, Process Struck, Process Inscribed
Dimensions
Length 25 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1988.21.23

Search terms: Religion, Insignia, Ornament, Writing, Medal, Amulet, Religious Object, Inscription

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