Themed collection - Antique Collection of Religious Medals and Devotional Pendants





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Collection of 26 items of Collezione d'Epoca di Medaglie Religiose e Pendenti Devozionali from Italy, dating to the late 20th century, in very good condition, featuring varied religious iconography, multiple metals and finishes, and a range of pendant shapes with traditional devotional neck medallions and tasselled ribbons.
Description from the seller
Fascinating collection of devotional objects and religious medals dating from the 20th century. The lot gathers a rich variety of shapes, styles and period techniques of workmanship, representing an interesting snapshot of the tradition and popular culture of sacred medal making.
Within the selection, several types of artisanal and industrial workmanship of the era are appreciated:
Iconography variety: Marian depictions, figures of Saints, papal effigies, crosses and devotional symbols of various kinds.
Materials and Finishes: Objects made in different metals and alloys (including silvered metal, gilded metal and aluminum), enriched in various pieces by details in colored enamel or by relief work.
Devotional Elements: The lot includes traditional necklace medals, pendants of various shapes (oval, shaped, heart-shaped) and emblems complete with original period fabric ribbons.
An ideal set for collectors of sacred art, devotional items, or for those wishing to expand a collection of small vintage objects.
Please refer to the attached photographs, which are an integral part of the description, to assess the variety and the condition of each piece.
Shipping and Packaging:
Trackable shipment carefully managed via express courier.
The lot will be securely packaged to ensure flawless transport.
The tracking code will be provided immediately after dispatch.
Customs and Duties:
EU Buyers: No customs duties or additional charges.
Non-EU Buyers (including United Kingdom, Switzerland, USA, etc.): Any customs duties, import taxes or clearance charges are the buyer’s responsibility, in accordance with the regulations in the destination country.
Fascinating collection of devotional objects and religious medals dating from the 20th century. The lot gathers a rich variety of shapes, styles and period techniques of workmanship, representing an interesting snapshot of the tradition and popular culture of sacred medal making.
Within the selection, several types of artisanal and industrial workmanship of the era are appreciated:
Iconography variety: Marian depictions, figures of Saints, papal effigies, crosses and devotional symbols of various kinds.
Materials and Finishes: Objects made in different metals and alloys (including silvered metal, gilded metal and aluminum), enriched in various pieces by details in colored enamel or by relief work.
Devotional Elements: The lot includes traditional necklace medals, pendants of various shapes (oval, shaped, heart-shaped) and emblems complete with original period fabric ribbons.
An ideal set for collectors of sacred art, devotional items, or for those wishing to expand a collection of small vintage objects.
Please refer to the attached photographs, which are an integral part of the description, to assess the variety and the condition of each piece.
Shipping and Packaging:
Trackable shipment carefully managed via express courier.
The lot will be securely packaged to ensure flawless transport.
The tracking code will be provided immediately after dispatch.
Customs and Duties:
EU Buyers: No customs duties or additional charges.
Non-EU Buyers (including United Kingdom, Switzerland, USA, etc.): Any customs duties, import taxes or clearance charges are the buyer’s responsibility, in accordance with the regulations in the destination country.

