February 29, 2024
Antique French Sacremental Medal St Benedict Brass Pendant
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Antique French religious medal The brass oval St Benedict medal is one of the oldest and most honoured sacremental medals in the Catholic faith On the back is a cross, containing the letters C S S M L - N D S M D, initials of the words Crux sacra sit mihi lux! Non draco sit mihi dux! ("May the holy cross be my light! May the dragon never be my overlord!"). The large C S P B stand for Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti ("The Cross of [our] Holy Father Benedict"). Surrounding the back of the medal are the letters V R S N S M V - S M Q L I V B, in reference to Vade retro satana : Vade retro Satana! Nunquam suade mihi vana! Sunt mala quae libas. Ipse venena bibas! ("Begone Satan! Never tempt me with your vanities! What you offer me is evil. Drink the poison yourself!") SIZE:0.5" (1.5cm)diametreCONDITION: see photos - alot of history -marks and wear Visit My eBay Shop: Through a French Window POSTAGE: this item will be airmailed from France (please note tracking is not provided as standard on La Poste small packet) but please don't worry 'La Poste' may be a little slow but it is very reliable .
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