150 years ago, young St. Bernadette, just 14 years old, witnessed the appearance of Mary, the Immaculate Conception, eighteen times in five months near a cave in a small mountainous town in Southern France named Lourdes. Bernadette’s extraordinary faith compelled her to obey the instruction of Mary to drink from a nonexistent fountain in the grotto. She scratched in the dry gravel and healing waters began to flow. Today, the healing waters attract hundreds of thousands of visitors from all faiths in search of physical, emotional and spiritual hope. In the Sanctus Collection, the Lady of Lourdes medal captures Mary in stunning portrait on the front and young St. Bernadette kneeling at the grotto in Lourdes on the back in vivid detail, commemorating the 150 year anniversary of the miracle.
This beautiful necklace is done with a Sterling Silver, a 14KT Yellow, and a 14KT Pink Finger Rosary on a 24in 2.8mm Sterling Silver Cable Chain
An antique chaplet or finger rosary serves as the centerpiece for the Wonder medallion. The finger rosary, a prayerful mediation, originates from the rosary, a Scriptural meditation based on prayers such as the Hail Mary, the dialogue between Mary and the angel Gabriel, and the Our Father, the prayer given to the disciples by Christ when asked how to pray. These repetitive prayers silently or vocally said, alone or with others, offer a deeper meditative communion with God. The rosary, Latin for “rose garden”, also offers contemplation and wonder of the profound mysteries of Jesus and Mary’s life. The European antique finger rosary, with its 10 balls represents a decade of prayer, serving secretly praying soldiers in World War I or politically oppressed Catholics in Ireland. Prayer beads, founded by the ancient Hindus and common in many religions help facilitate prayer by allowing the beads to count repetitive prayer.
The Sacred Heart universally symbolizes the transformative power of divine love for humanity. The image of the flaming heart surrounded with a crown of thorns while informed by the crucifixion serves as a ubiquitous symbol of Love in popular and secular culture. The Immaculate Heart of Mary which appears on miraculous medals next to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is pierced with a sword rather than crowned with thorns interlocking the two.
While the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus originated in the Middle Ages primarily through the Franciscan mystical devotion of the five wounds of which the wound in Jesus’ heart figured prominently, formalized practice began in 1856 with the Feast of the Sacred Heart celebrated 19 days after the Pentecost and always falling on a Friday. Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque popularized the devotion when Jesus Christ in her visions, radiant with Love, requested He be honored under the figure of His Heart of Flesh. While the image of the Sacred Heart appears throughout the Sanctus Collection, we celebrate the healing power of divine Love with a cameo portrait of the Sacred Heart, framed in precious medal and anointed with a sacred stone.
Pictured in Sterling Silver on our Sterling Silver 1.5mm Cable Chain
The Sacred Heart universally symbolizes the transformative power of divine love for humanity. The image of the flaming heart surrounded with a crown of thorns while informed by the crucifixion serves as a ubiquitous symbol of Love in popular and secular culture. The Immaculate Heart of Mary which appears on miraculous medals next to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is pierced with a sword rather than crowned with thorns interlocking the two.
While the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus originated in the Middle Ages primarily through the Franciscan mystical devotion of the five wounds of which the wound in Jesus’ heart figured prominently, formalized practice began in 1856 with the Feast of the Sacred Heart celebrated 19 days after the Pentecost and always falling on a Friday. Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque popularized the devotion when Jesus Christ in her visions, radiant with Love, requested He be honored under the figure of His Heart of Flesh. While the image of the Sacred Heart appears throughout the Sanctus Collection, we celebrate the healing power of divine Love with a cameo portrait of the Sacred Heart, framed in precious medal and anointed with a sacred stone.
The Sacred Heart universally symbolizes the transformative power of divine love for humanity. The image of the flaming heart surrounded with a crown of thorns while informed by the crucifixion serves as a ubiquitous symbol of Love in popular and secular culture. The Immaculate Heart of Mary which appears on miraculous medals next to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is pierced with a sword rather than crowned with thorns interlocking the two.
While the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus originated in the Middle Ages primarily through the Franciscan mystical devotion of the five wounds of which the wound in Jesus’ heart figured prominently, formalized practice began in 1856 with the Feast of the Sacred Heart celebrated 19 days after the Pentecost and always falling on a Friday. Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque popularized the devotion when Jesus Christ in her visions, radiant with Love, requested He be honored under the figure of His Heart of Flesh. While the image of the Sacred Heart appears throughout the Sanctus Collection, we celebrate the healing power of divine Love with a cameo portrait of the Sacred Heart, framed in precious medal and anointed with a sacred stone.
Pictured in Sterling Silver on our 2.8mm Cable Chain
Measurements: .73" in Diameter
St. Anthony Of Padua (1195-1291), the scholar and preacher, is affectionately known as the patron saint of lost objects. A major contemplative thinker, when called upon he eloquently translated complex theological issues into understandable and practical lessons for ordinary people, still meaningful today. As a gifted speaker, he seemed divinely inspired and attracted crowds universally. Legend contends even the fish loved to listen, perhaps explaining why fisherman also claim him as their patron saint. His recovery of lost objects originates with another miracle, where, as legend recounts, St. Anthony prayed for the return of an important book containing his personal notes which was stolen by a novice. The novice crossed a river where a disturbing apparition commanded him to return the book to St. Anthony. For those who require contemplation, wisdom or the gift of speech, St. Anthony’s virtues and words offer example.
Pictured in Sterling Silver with a Ruby set in 14KT Yellow on our 2.8mm Cable Chain
St. Anthony Of Padua (1195-1291), the scholar and preacher, is affectionately known as the patron saint of lost objects. A major contemplative thinker, when called upon he eloquently translated complex theological issues into understandable and practical lessons for ordinary people, still meaningful today. As a gifted speaker, he seemed divinely inspired and attracted crowds universally. Legend contends even the fish loved to listen, perhaps explaining why fisherman also claim him as their patron saint. His recovery of lost objects originates with another miracle, where, as legend recounts, St. Anthony prayed for the return of an important book containing his personal notes which was stolen by a novice. The novice crossed a river where a disturbing apparition commanded him to return the book to St. Anthony. For those who require contemplation, wisdom or the gift of speech, St. Anthony’s virtues and words offer example.
Pictured in Sterling Silver with 14KT Yellow Frame on our 2.8mm Cable Chain
St. Catherine of Siena (1347-1380), ranks as the first layperson and one of only three women to achieve the status of Doctor of the Church for her mystical theology of spiritual life as expressed in The Dialogue of Divine Providence, dictating it while in ecstasy. She translated her deep spirituality into activism working to unify the church leadership at the highest level while simultaneously calling for a return of the values of poverty and humility in the clergy and its leadership. She mediated between princes and the dislocated pope inspiring both peace and unity and a return of the papacy to Rome. Her care for others and fervent prayer often resulted in miracles of repentance of hardened criminals or recovery of those who were plague stricken. While living in poverty, she deeply cared for others, employing powerful prayer and its miracles as a spiritual practice. In the Sanctus Collection St. Catherine is pictured wearing the symbolic crown of thorns she chose in her devotion to the Cross. She is the patron saint of Italy (along with St. Francis of Assisi) and Europe. She is also the patron saint of nursing.
Pictured in Sterling Silver with a 14KT Yellow Frame on our 2.8mm Cable Chain
St. Christopher (died c. 250), an early Roman martyr and legendary saint, described as extremely tall and strong, sought vainly to serve a king worthy of his strength. Serving first a king frightened by the devil, he abandoned the king for the more powerful devil. After a short time with the devil, he observed the devil’s fear of the symbolic cross and concluded Jesus’ supremacy over the devil. He launched a fearless quest to find the most powerful Jesus uniquely worthy of his service. Advised by a hermit to pray or fast, as a way to seek Jesus, St. Christopher struggled with how to pray and abstain from food. As an alternative, he volunteered to carry travelers across a tempestuous river where many drowned. One day, when resting by the river, he heard a child’s voice call out “Christopher, come out and carry me across.” Grabbing his staff, he lifted the child to his shoulders and began to traverse the rough river. With each step, the child weighed heavier and currents resisted his stride. In deep waves, Christopher grew afraid that he would lose his step and they would both drown. Exhausted, bewildered and breathless he requested the child’s identity. Today, we honor the popular “Christ-bearer”, St. Christopher, with three Brother Wolf virtue medallions, featuring the images of St. Christopher with staff carrying the Christ Child on his shoulders inspiring both protection and Godspeed in all of our journeys."
St. Francis Of Assisi (1181-1226), more than a medieval saint, he is a living tradition, a universal inspiration and also the patron saint of animals and the environment. As a champion of spiritual intimacy, St. Francis believed that all people, creatures and things share an underlying unifying divine father. As a nature mystic he preached to birds, rocks and flowers, addressing them as Brother and Sister, reflecting his belief in a divine seed in each of us which forms an undeniable spiritual connection. As peacemaker, he tamed a fierce wolf in Gubbio by promising him care by the local townspeople. He abandoned his profession and inheritance for a life of evangelical poverty, prayer and good works. As a charismatic leader, he founded the Franciscan order based on solitary prayer and active ministry to the poor with strict adherence to the values of humility, poverty and simplicity. Francis, never ordained a priest or formally educated, composed a simple rule for his disciples, based on the words of Christ to His Disciples, “Leave All and Follow Me”.
Pictured in Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 2.8mm Cable Chain
St. Francis Of Assisi (1181-1226), more than a medieval saint, he is a living tradition, a universal inspiration and also the patron saint of animals and the environment. As a champion of spiritual intimacy, St. Francis believed that all people, creatures and things share an underlying unifying divine father. As a nature mystic he preached to birds, rocks and flowers, addressing them as Brother and Sister, reflecting his belief in a divine seed in each of us which forms an undeniable spiritual connection. As peacemaker, he tamed a fierce wolf in Gubbio by promising him care by the local townspeople. He abandoned his profession and inheritance for a life of evangelical poverty, prayer and good works. As a charismatic leader, he founded the Franciscan order based on solitary prayer and active ministry to the poor with strict adherence to the values of humility, poverty and simplicity. Francis, never ordained a priest or formally educated, composed a simple rule for his disciples, based on the words of Christ to His Disciples, “Leave All and Follow Me”.
St. George (d. c. 303), the patron saint of England who personifies chivalry, achieved great popularity based on the legend of his courageous slaying of a dragon that terrorized a country only appeased by offerings of sheep, culminating in the sacrifice of the king’s daughter. George rode into battle with the serpent where armies had failed and killed the beast with a single blow of his lance. Afterwards, George delivered a compelling sermon and converted the king and 15,000 locals to Christianity, immediately giving the king’s reward to the poor. St. George’s legend inspired many over the ages with his feast day, April 23rd, held in similar importance as Christmas in the 15th century. His popularity flourished with the importance of chivalry.
St. Joseph (d. 1st century) Joseph, an older man, worked as a carpenter, assigning him the universal patron of workers celebrated on May 1st. And while of noble lineage he possessed extraordinary, compassion, faith and humility. While betrothed to Mary, she became pregnant and in a dream an angel revealed the truth of Mary’s pregnancy. Joseph married Mary immediately and continued to be guided by angels who orchestrated moves to locations where Mary and Jesus would be free of danger, at his own great personal expense. He completely accepted his role as the loving foster father of Jesus and died in the presence of both Mary and Jesus for which, he is recognized as the patron of the dying.
We celebrate St. Joseph’s extraordinary Providence, as the father of Jesus divinely guided, with a strong rare antique medallion found in San Sebastian Spain.
(d. 1st century) While little is known about St. Jude, one of the twelve apostles, his universal invocation for help in impossible or hopeless causes persists today with his patronage for desperate cases. Some believe his help originates from his letter in the New Testament which encourages perseverance in harsh and difficult circumstances. While related to Jesus, as the nephew of Joseph and Mary, and resembling him physically, he questioned Jesus at the Last Supper, why, after the Resurrection, Jesus would not manifest himself to the entire world. He preached the Gospel through Mesopotamia, Syria and Persia and suffered martyrdom in Armenia, under Persian rule. Armenia eventually converted to Christianity in the 3rd century. We celebrate St. Jude and perseverance with a handsome Venetian interpretation of this highly celebrated saint.
St. Michael, the great archangel personifies valor, protection and care. His name means “Who is like unto God?” and he appears as the heavenly leader in the fight against all enemies of God. The Jews regard Michael, the prince, as the special protector of Israel, and in Christianity he serves as the protector of the Church.
While St. Michael, the archangel protects us, he also assists in dying, accompanying us to private judgement after we depart this world, ultimately ushering us to the gates of Heaven as a patron of the holy souls. His protection over holy souls results in the dedication of cemetery chapels in his name worldwide. In ancient times he was venerated as healer before honored as an angelic warrior. He also served as patron of mariners in Normandy where the famous Mont-Saint Michael stands.
A Spanish mystic and one of two women elevated to Doctor of the Church, St. Teresa of Avila (1515-82), as an activist and mystic visionary, illuminates the importance of contemplative practice in becoming one with God for the purpose of actively loving others. The Interior Castle, her sentinel discussion on this journey imagines the soul as a crystal palace with God dwelling in the center and where other rooms serve as the process for self knowledge, discernment, surrender, clarity and eventually love. She emphasizes the importance of contemplative practice as the way to find union with God which fuels service to others, loving others in tangible ways. Prayer cultivates virtue. She is the patron saint of Spain.
We celebrate her grace with an oval image of her ecstatic experience of setting her aflame with divine flame through the hand of an angel.
"The Real and Illustrious Slavery of our Father Jesus the Nazarene"
This beautiful medallion symbolizes that everything Begins (Alpha) and Ends (Omega) with Jesus. The Nail and beautiful quote on the front reminds us of the sacrifice and Crucifixion of Christ.