{"product_id":"18k-solid-yellow-gold-saint-benedict-medal-with-21-mm-diameter","title":"18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal with 21 mm Diameter","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal with 21 mm Diameter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eElevate your devotion with our 18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal with 21 mm Diameter, the heaviest Saint Benedict medal in our collection, weighing an impressive 6.75 grams. This beautifully crafted 18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal features the detailed image of Saint Benedict on the front, while the reverse side displays the traditional 1880 Jubilee-design cross. Measuring 0.83 inches (21 mm) in diameter, this Saint Benedict medal in 18K solid yellow gold is substantial, elegant, and ideal for everyday wear, especially for men who appreciate meaningful religious jewelry. The Italian 750 hallmark confirms the purity of the hypoallergenic 18K solid yellow gold Saint Benedict medal, ensuring both quality and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eThe 18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal holds a special place among sacred medallions. The design was officially approved in 1880 to commemorate the 1,400-year anniversary of the founding of the Benedictine Order. On the front of this Saint Benedict medal, Saint Benedict is shown holding a cross and the Rule of his order. At his feet appear a chalice and a raven, symbols recalling the miracle in which Saint Benedict was protected from poison. Around the edge of the medal appears the Latin inscription \u003cem data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e“ejus in obitu nostro praesentia muniamur,”\u003c\/em\u003e meaning “may we be fortified by his presence at the hour of our death.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eThe reverse side of the 18K Solid Yellow Gold Saint Benedict Medal contains powerful prayers represented by initials for easy memorization. “CSSML” stands for \u003cem data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003ecrux sacra sit mihi lux\u003c\/em\u003e (“the holy cross be my light”), and “NDSMD” represents \u003cem data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003enon draco sit mihi dux\u003c\/em\u003e (“let not the dragon be my guide”). Around the edge are additional initials representing the prayer \u003cem data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003evade retro satana\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “Begone, Satan! Never tempt me with your vanities.” At the top of the medal appears the word PAX, the Latin word for peace and a traditional Benedictine symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003eMany people choose to have their Saint Benedict medal in 18K solid yellow gold blessed by a priest. A Benedictine priest can perform the traditional blessing associated with the medal, making this meaningful piece of faith jewelry even more special.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amalia J. \u0026 Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40750803222595,"sku":"SBENITO21","price":8737.0,"currency_code":"ILS","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0090\/4986\/6304\/files\/sbenito21.png?v=1776283338","url":"https:\/\/www.amaliajewelry.com\/en-il\/products\/18k-solid-yellow-gold-saint-benedict-medal-with-21-mm-diameter","provider":"Amalia J \u0026 Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}