恶魔陷阱 – 圣驱邪女骑士 - 圣本笃 - 圣祷与神圣的胜利 - 戒指

Demons' Trap – Saint Exorcism Knightess - Saint Benedict - Salutation et Sainte Victoire.

Bicolored knightess of great finesse, crowned with a central gold image of Saint Benedict, flanked by the sacred monograms of Jesus and Mary, and housing inside the reverse of the exorcism medal. A shield of active protection worn to repel black magic, secure your living space, and attract heavenly peace.

In the 6th century, Saint Benedict of Nursia rises as the father of Western monasticism and founder of the famous spiritual fortress of Monte Cassino. A major figure in Christianity, this patriarch devotes his life to an relentless spiritual battle against the forces of darkness. Ancient chronicles recount his absolute domination over the invisible world: his mere appearance made malicious entities tremble and broke demonic entanglements. He embodies the supreme exorcist, the saint whose prayer purified desecrated places and ordered the immediate retreat of evil. This overwhelming authority over the darkness made him the absolute guardian of the West.

The heritage of this power takes on a historically crucial dimension in 1647, in Bavaria. At that time, official testimonies revealed that occult attacks and the worst maledictions systematically shattered against the walls of the Metten Abbey. Intrigued by this miraculous inviolability, the monks searched their archives and unearthed a precious illuminated manuscript dating from 1415. This text finally explained the meaning of the mysterious Latin letters carved on the stone of their edifice, revealing the powerful banishing prayers associated with the Patriarch. Since then, the Catholic Church officially designates this medal as a major sacramental of liberation. Through the centuries, rulers and builders have adopted this sacred seal to purify their sanctuaries and strike down dark influences.

Wearing this medal in the form of a ring reproduces the legendary immunity of the Metten Abbey at the heart of your daily living space. The holy alliance of Jesus, Mary, and the Patriarch raises a triple spiritual shield, imposing the collapse of jealousy, plots, and rumors from one’s entourage. The sacred Latin inscription purifies your environment, forcing toxic influences to retreat and leave room for clarity. This historic sacramental secures your decisions at every moment, placing your home under the constant guard of divine light.
------
Strong protection.
Size: 66, 26, 11 1/2.
Height: 2.1 cm.
Outer width: 2.6 cm.
Total length: 2.6 cm.
Ornate gold- and silver-worked metal. 12.6 g. Beautiful craftsmanship.
------
History & Symbolism

Avers of the Patriarch and the Invocation of Death (Front Main Face)
The circular plate features Saint Benedict holding the holy Cross in one hand and the Monastic Rule in the other. At his feet, two major miracles are depicted: the poisoned chalice broken by the sign of the cross, and the raven carrying the poisoned bread sent by a cleric’s jealousy. The circular inscription "Eius in obitu nro praesentia muniamur" translates to: "That at the hour of our death we may be fortified by his presence." This is the decree of ultimate aid, designed to preserve the soul at the great passage and dispel the anxieties of finitude.

Reverse of Exorcism (Inner Face)
Engraved inside the ring, the reverse of the medal contains the acronyms of the exorcism formula from the year 1415. The letters C S P B stand for "Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti" (Cross of the Holy Father Benedict). At the center of the cross, C S S M L and N D S M D proclaim: "Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux / Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux" (Let my light be the Holy Cross / I reject the guidance of the Dragon). On the rim, the phrases V R S N S M V and S M Q L I V B intently state: "Vade Retro Satana, Numquam Suade Mihi Vana / Sunt Mala Quae Libas, Ipse Venena Bibas" (Begone, Satan, do not tempt me with lies / The evils you offer, drink your own poisons). This shield of letters fends off black magic and purges your home.

Flanks of the Holy Alliance (Jesus and Mary)
The sides of the knightress unfold a cross devotion of total theological power. On the first flank, the monogram I H S (Iesus Hominum Salvator - Jesus Savior of Men) crowned with solar rays manifests the force of redemption and the ultimate victory of life. On the second flank, the monogram of the Virgin Mary (the letter M surmounted by a cross) surrounded by the twelve stars of the Apocalypse echoes the Miraculous Medal of 1830. This double evocation raises the joint guard of Christ and the Queen of Heaven around you.
------
Photos were taken under LED lighting with dedicated photographic equipment to faithfully reproduce the object's details, reliefs, and nuances.
Shipping: Each item is carefully prepared, protected with care, and shipped in a trackable package to ensure secure transport.

✦✦✦ COLLECTOR'S ADVANTAGE: GROUP YOUR PURCHASES ✦✦✦
Have you spotted several items in this sale? Take the opportunity to consolidate your acquisitions.
To benefit from a single shipment and a single shipping fee, simply wait for all your auctions to close before proceeding to payment. The Catawiki platform will automatically group your purchases on a single invoice.
One order, one package, one shipping fee for your treasure selection.

✦✦✦ RECEIVING YOUR TREASURE ✦✦✦
Before finalizing your payment, please check the information in your Catawiki profile. The entered address will be automatically used to print the shipping label.
A few moments of verification help guarantee the best possible delivery conditions for your new treasure.