Description
Discover the Elegance: Antique Italian Religious Pendant
Transport yourself to the early 1900s with this exquisite oval-shaped religious pendant from Italy. Crafted with meticulous detail, this pendant features delicate enamel hand-painted with a stunning Madonna depiction. The subtle rosy backdrop beautifully contrasts with the heavenly blue mantle adorned with tiny golden stars. On the reverse side, the prayer “Santa Maria Mater Dei Ora Pro Nobis” is elegantly inscribed in black, encircled by intricate motifs and religious symbols.
These hand-painted enamel pendants, bearing the names of sanctuaries or prayers on the reverse side, were cherished devotional items often gifted to the faithful.
Dimensions: 3/4″ by 1 1/4″ (1.8 cm by 3.1 cm).
Condition: The pendant exhibits minor chipping along the edges, adding to its vintage charm.
