St. Monica's Hope Medal - Sterling Silver 13/16" Round Antique Replica Pendant

The enchanting antique style St. Monica Medal is a tribute to a woman of unwavering faith and maternal love. Measuring 13/16 inch (a little under 3/4 inch), this meticulously crafted piece is made from sterling silver, ensuring both durability and timeless elegance. The medal beautifully portrays St. Monica standing at the seashore, waves and a sailing ship in the background, reminiscent of her journey by boat to be with her son, St. Augustine, as she fervently prayed for his redemption. On the left side, an inspiring French inscription, "Le fils de tant de larmes ne saurait perdu" (The son of so many tears will not perish), encapsulates the priest's words to St. Monica when hope seemed almost lost for Augustine's conversion. A dove, symbolizing the Holy Spirit, accompanies her, along with a small triangle featuring the initials "IHS" representing Jesus Christ. The reverse side showcases a decorative cross with the French inscription "Union Eucharistique de Sainte Monique, Carthage" (Eucharistic Union of St Monica, Carthage). This sterling silver medal is a cherished part of the Rosa Mystica Collection, cast from an antique original, preserving the historical and aesthetic allure of the original piece. Packaged with a matching holy card in an organza gift bag, this medal is ready for meaningful gift-giving, proudly made in the USA. The story of St. Monica, born in 330, unfolds a tale of faith, love, and perseverance. Despite facing heartache from her son Augustine's wild living, she prayed for his conversion for 17 years. A priest's reassuring words, "It is not possible the son of so many tears should perish," proved true when Augustine converted and was baptized in 387. St. Monica, patron saint of mothers, grandmothers, alcoholics, frustrated parents, difficult children, difficult marriages, and housewives, passed away later that year. Augustine went on to become a great saint and doctor of the church, illustrating the power of faith and a mother's prayers. Embrace the spiritual journey with the St. Monica Sterling Silver Medal, a symbol of enduring hope and maternal love.