Vintage Antique St Benedict Crucifix Medal Cross Pendant Latin Enamel Enameled

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View Vintage Antique St Benedict Crucifix Medal Cross Pendant Latin Enamel Enameled with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Exorcism prayers (the letters are an abbreviation of a Latin prayer May the Holy Cross be my light; Let not the dragon be my guide ). Vintage St. Benedict Crucifix Pendant This is a classic Catholic crucifix featuring the St. Benedict Medal inlaid on both sides, with the corpus of Christ on the front. The St. Benedict Medal is a powerful sacramental traditionally worn for protection and spiritual strength. Details: Material: Silver-tone metal with white enamel inlay Size: Approx. 1¾" long (see photos for scale with $2 bill) Front: Christ on the cross, medal inscription reads “EIVS IN OBITV NRO PRAESENTIA MVNIAMVR” meaning “May we be strengthened by his presence in the hour of our death.” Back: Full St. Benedict Medal design with Latin exorcism inscription: C.S.S.M.L – N.D.S.M.D ( May the Holy Cross be my light; Let not the dragon be my guide ) V.R.S.N.S.M.V – S.M.Q.L.I.V.B ( Begone Satan, do not suggest to me thy vanities; Evil are the things thou profferest, drink thou thy own poison ) PAX at top (Peace – Benedictine motto) Condition: Good vintage condition, light age wear and patina, original loop present (see all photos) Dating This style of crucifix became very popular starting in the 1940s–1960s , especially after Pope Benedict XV and Pius XI promoted devotion to St. Benedict medals. The white enamel inlay was a common feature of mid-century Catholic jewelry and rosaries. The medal design is standardized (first struck in its current form in 1880), but the overall manufacturing style looks like it belongs to the post-WWII era, likely 1940s-1960s . Religious Significance The St. Benedict Medal is considered a powerful sacramental used for: Protection from evil, illness, and temptation Blessings on homes and travels Exorcism prayers (the letters are an abbreviation of a Latin prayer: Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux… ) Combined with a crucifix, this becomes a "Benedictine Crucifix" , which was officially approved for use by Pope Benedict XIV in the 18th century. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Medals.

Country of Origin

Italy

Religion

Christianity