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[judeO]

My friend has had this since she was newborn (about 50 years ago) There were complications with her Moms pregnancy and a sweet woman who was also in hospital gave it to my friends Mom. It is very tiny, yet heavy,some people have said St Peter but we cannot find one that looks like this....Any ideas?

 

[jewelerguy]

it's a 'pocket saint'. I believe it is St. Anthony

 

[Msbeepbeep]

I was told that soldiers carried them in their pockets when they went to war, I believe mine is made of lead.

 

[Mackaydon]

Welcome to Treasure Net !!
The "M" Medallion: The Miraculous Medal, a medal created by Saint Catherine Labouré in response to a request from the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Don,.......

 

[Mackaydon]

Any markings on the base of the statue?
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[judeO]

Thank you for responding/ How do I respond back? LOL

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[judeO]

found it! I am not sure about markings....waiting to hear back from friend

 

[judeO]

TY! the front on hers is blue,that was very interesting.ty for sharing!

 

[judeO]

I cannot find any on line that resemble this one though

 

[judeO]

Love that! TY

 

[CRUSADER]

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[jewelerguy]

it's a 'pocket saint'. I believe it is St. Anthony

I should have added that the more common or proper term would be 'pocket shrine'

 

[sutphin]

WELCOME NEW MEMBER AND WHAT A BLESSED FIND.....

 

[Trezurehunter]

It is a very nice piece.

 

[against the wind]

Welcome to Tnet.
I hope you enjoy history as well as numismatics. They are a big part of this hobby.