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The Front: On the front of the Miraculous Medal, Mary stands on a globe, which represents the earth; a serpent is crushed beneath her feet. This image shows Mary in her role as "Queen of Heaven and Earth." The serpent represents Satan, who was defeated by Mary's obedience to God, which gave us our Savior. The rays coming from her hands symbolize the graces Mary gives to those who ask her for them. 1830 is the year that the Blessed Mother appeared to St. Catherine Labouré and requested the making of this medal.
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Miraculous Medal
with 24" Chain
A favorite Catholic gift for any occasion, the oval shape of this Miraculous Medal mimics the original image revealed to St. Catherine Laboure on November 27, 1830 by the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Blessed Mother displayed herself inside an oval shaped frame, standing upon the world with various rings on her fingers shining rays of light. Around the outside of the frame were the words, “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.” Medal bears with it a promise of blessings to those who wear it with piety. Large rhodium finish medal.
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Gold/Sterling Silver Miraculous Medal on 18" Chain
On November 27, 1830, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to St. Catherine Laboure in Paris and asked to have a medal made in honor of her Immaculate Conception. Mary promised that “all who wear it will receive great graces.” The many miracles that resulted after this gave the medal its popular name. This beautiful gold over sterling silver Miraculous Medal is a reminder of the graces that flow through Mary from Our Heavenly Father. Featured on an 18" gold plated chain. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
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The Reverse: On the reverse side of the Miraculous Medal is a cross and the letter "M." The cross represents Christ's sacrifice for our salvation, while the bar under the cross stands for the earth. The "M" stands for "Mary" and her true devotion both to Jesus and to her children on earth. The two hearts are the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Sorrowful Heart of Mary. The image is surrounded by twelve stars. The stars represent both the twelve Apostles and the verse from the Book of Revelation: "A great sign appeared in heaven, a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars." (Revelation 12:1)
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Gold/Sterling Silver
Miraculous Medal
This gorgeous Miraculous Medal is as beautiful as it is durable. With 18kt gold over sterling silver, this medal is built for everyday wear. The stunning boarder on this medal is sure to get compliments.
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Sterling Silver Miraculous
Scapular Medal
The Miraculous Medal is on the bottom half of the pendant and is adorned with a beautiful vine-line etched framing and scroll at the very bottom. The top half of the pendant contains the image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and has bolder scrolls swooping down towards the Miraculous Medal.
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THE PROMISES OF THE MEDAL
When Our Lady visited Saint Catherine Labouré
on November 27th, 1830, rays of light flowed
from
the rings (made of precious stones) on her fingers.
However, some of the stones
on the rings did not shine.
Mary explained:
"These rays symbolize the graces I
shed upon those who ask for them.
The gems from which rays do not fall
are the graces for which souls forget to ask."
Mary then spoke of the medal which
she was requesting
with
these words:
"All who wear it will
receive great graces;
they should wear it
around the neck.
Graces will abound for persons
who wear it with confidence."
The medal is a visible sign
of the wearer's devotion to
Mary
and to her Son, Jesus.
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Sterling Silver Miraculous
Medal on 20" Chain
On November 27, 1830, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to St. Catherine Laboure in Paris and asked to have a medal made in honor of her Immaculate Conception. Mary promised that “all who wear it will receive great graces.” The many miracles that resulted after this gave the medal its popular name. This beautiful sterling silver Miraculous Medal is a reminder of the graces that flow through Mary from Our Heavenly Father. Featured on a 20" rhodium plated chain.
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Sterling Silver Miraculous
Medal Pendant
Our Lady appeared to St. Catherine Laboure in 1830, commissioning St. Catherine to have a medal struck in her honor. St. Catherine was given the mission to fashion the medal after the image Mary revealed to her. Ever since it's construction, the Miraculous Medal has been associated with many graces and miracles. In addition, Mary promised special graces to those who wear the Miraculous Medal necklace.
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WHO WAS SAINT
CATHERINE LABOURÉ?
Catherine Labouré was born
on
May 2nd, 1806. In her youth she
was affectionately called Zoe,
after
the patron saint whose feast
was
celebrated the day she was born.
Her parents were successful farmers
in
the village of Fain-les-moutiers, which
is
in
the Burgundy region of France.
Catherine was one of seventeen
children
and the second daughter.
When she was only nine
years old,
her mother died.
Catherine then declared, "Now,
dear
Blessed
Mother,
now you
will be my Mother!"
And from that time on
she
adopted
Mary as her mother.
Catherine received her First Holy
Communion
at age twelve. From that time
on
she was
determined to pursue a vocation
to the religious life, like her older sister,
Marie Louise, who had joined the
Sisters of Charity.
At the age of twenty-two, Catherine asked
her father for permission
to pursue her
vocation,
but he refused to give it.
It was not until January 22nd, 1830,
at the age of 24, that she finally entered
the religious life at the Hospice de la
Charite
in Chatillon-sur-Seine.
After a postulancy of only three months
she was sent to the motherhouse of
the
Sisters of Charity in Paris.
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Sterling Silver Large Baroque Miraculous Medal
This baroque styled pendant has flowing, floral-like swirls framing the image of the Miraculous Medal. The four rounded ends are reminiscent of flower petals or even a cross. In certain places around the medal, especially along the border, an engraving technique is used that creates visual depth and allows the medal to shine and reflect the light more beautifully.
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Gold/Sterling Silver Miraculous
Medal Heart Pendant
Gold and Sterling Silver Miraculous Medal Heart Pendant, approx. 1/2"H, on 18" gold plated chain. Gift box included. The back of the medal contains the traditional Miraculous medal insignia.
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Blue Enamel Miraculous Box
with Rosary Bracelet
A large, beautifully-detailed Miraculous Medal is surrounded by floral accents on the lid of this gorgeous keepsake box. The blue enamelled lid honors Mary and matches the enamel found on the Miraculous Medal rosary bracelet hidden inside. This keepsake box and bracelet are handcrafted by talented artisans in Italy. A great gift set for anyone with devotion to the Blessed Mother!
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Miraculous Medal Cobalt Blue
On a recent buying trip to Loreto, Italy, we found this beautiful, cobalt blue Miraculous Medal necklace. Designed by the Blessed Virgin herself, and given to Sr. (now Saint) Catherine Laboure’ to spread the devotion, with a tradition of winning extraordinary graces for those who wear it and pray for Mary’s intercession and help.
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THE APPARITIONS
Catherine had been at the motherhouse
for only six months when the
Blessed
Mother appeared to her.
At 11:30 PM on July 18th, 1830,
Catherine was asleep when
she
heard a voice speaking to her.
She woke up to see a little boy with blue eyes
and golden hair whom she recognized
as her guardian angel.
He led her
to the chapel, where Our Lady
appeared and sat
in a chair near the altar.
She
was wearing a white dress
with a blue veil.
At the urging of her angel,
Catherine
ran
to Mary and knelt before her.
She rested her hands in Mary's lap
and looked up into her eyes
as
she listened to her speak.
The Blessed Mother told Catherine
that God
had
a special job for her to do,
and
also warned
of a great time of upheaval
that was
soon to occur in France.
Catherine reported the apparition
to the community's confessor,
Father Jean Marie Aladel.
He advised her that the apparition was
only a dream that she should try to forget.
In the late afternoon of November 27th,
1830,
while at prayer with her community,
Our Lady
appeared again
to Catherine.
In this next apparition
she appeared in
a
robe that was the color of the dawn,
with
a
white veil. In her hands
she held
a
golden
ball
topped with a cross.
Then the vision changed.
Mary was now
holding her hands open,
with rays of light
pouring from them, and an
oval-shaped frame
appeared around
her,
bearing these words in gold:
"O Mary, conceived without sin,
pray for us who have recourse to thee."
It was the first time these
words
had ever been seen.
This was the image that Mary wanted
on the medal that she was requesting.
At the end of her visit,
Our Lady asked
Catherine to keep the
apparitions a secret
from everyone except Father Aladel,
the
confessor
for the
community. However,
when
Catherine
went to him
he again told
her
that she had "too much imagination."
In December of 1830, the Blessed Mother
appeared to Catherine
for the last time.
This visit was similar
to the visit in
November,
but this time Mary said:
"You will not see me any more,
but you will hear my voice
during your prayers."
Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Paris, France
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Miraculous Ball
Chain Necklace
This breathtaking piece brings together an Italian medal, a sweet drop bead accent, and a unique stainless steel ball chain. A Catholic company exclusive necklace, it makes a lovely piece for everyday wear, sure to get many compliments! The Miraculous Medal is surrounded by a unique border that adds the perfect finishing touch.
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Miraculous Medal
Bangle Bracelet
Dainty charms drop gently from this contemporary wire bangle. A simple and stylish design that incorporates the Miraculous Medal, an ornate crucifix, and a heart charm that can be personalized with one initial in a decorative script font.
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Personalized Miraculous Medal
Blue Travel Mug
What better way to demonstrate your love for the Blessed Mother than by having Her favorite medal engraved on your favorite cup? This insulated mug in a lively blue color features the reverse side of the Miraculous Medal, given by Our Lady herself to St. Catherine Laboure in 1830. This mug is not only certain to keep your coffee hot or your water cold, but also sure to remind you to constantly ask for the graces which Our Lady is so eager to dispose.
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Olive Wood Corded
Miraculous Medal Rosary
This rosary might be one of the most beautiful wood rosaries we have ever seen.Crafted from genuine olive wood, it is constructed with durable cording in place of metal links. The smooth, lightweight beads are complemented by a center design which features an Ave Maria emblem and beautiful cobalt and silver-tone Miraculous Medal. The cross is adorned with a small corpus and resembles a budded cross with intricate carvings.
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MAKING THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL
On January 30th, 1831, Catherine received
the habit of the Daughters of Charity and
was sent to work at Enghien Hospice
in
a suburb near Paris.
She tried again
to convince Father Aladel
to make
Our Lady's medal, but
he continued to refuse.
In the autumn of 1831, Catherine
asked
for a third time, warning him that the
"Virgin is angry" with the delays.
When Father Aladel finally shared
Our Lady's
request with
the Archbishop of Paris,
he was
told
that the medal
should be made immediately.
Unfortunately, a deadly outbreak
of
cholera delayed the casting
of
the medal until May of 1832.
The first order was for 20,000 medals.
Distribution began on June 30th, 1832.
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Blue Glass Pearl
Miraculous Medal Rosary
The stunning rosary draws you into the serene and majestic presence of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. The deep, iridescent blue beads call to mind the protection we find underneath Mary's mantle. The faceted Preciosa Czech crystal spacer and Our Father beads glimmer in the light and complement the subtle sheen of the blue Hail Mary beads.
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THE MIRACLES
Originally, the name of the medal was
"Medal of the Immaculate Conception."
However, stories of miracles related to
the
medal were reported almost immediately
and
the medal was soon being called "Miraculous."
1. In Paris, an 8-year-old girl was the only
one in her class who did not wear a medal and
the only one who caught cholera.
She was
given a medal and was able to return
to school the next day.
2. A woman who was pregnant contracted
cholera and was thought to be close to death.
After being given the medal, she had a
safe delivery, and both mother and
baby were found to be healthy.
3. A child who had been unable to walk
was healed when he wore the medal
on the first day of a novena.
4. In 1842 a young man named
Alphonse
Tobie Ratisbonne
experienced a conversion.
Born into a Jewish family,
Ratisbonne had a deep
and very
public hatred of Catholicism.
But during
a trip in 1841, he spent some time
in Rome and
met Baron Bussieres,
a newly-converted Catholic.
The two had an argument
about the
Faith and the
Baron gave Ratisbonne
a Miraculous Medal, challenging
him to
wear
it and recite the Memorare prayer.
Shortly
after,
Our Lady appeared to
Ratisbonne in exactly
the
same way
that she looked on the Miraculous
Medal.
His heart was converted immediately
and he
was
baptized that
same night.
After only four years, the number
of medals that had been distributed
numbered in the millions, and
by
Saint Catherine's death in 1876
the number was in the billions.
THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL TODAY
Now there are many ways to wear this
beautiful symbol of faith and devotion.
Our Lady promises blessings and we
should
wear, share, and cherish
this incredible gift.
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Miraculous Medal (Pkg of 25)
On a recent buying trip to Loreto, Italy, we found this beautifully detailed Miraculous Medal. This Miraculous Medal is faithful to the original pattern and comes packaged in a bag with 25 medals, making it a wonderful gift idea for Confirmation or Church groups.
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Miraculous Magnesite Rosary
The Missionaries of the Poor (M.O.P) is an international monastic order of Brothers dedicated to “Joyful Service with Christ on the Cross” to serve the poorest of the poor. The creamy, white magnesite beads represent purity, and the blue accents speak of the Blessed Mother, the patroness of the M.O.P.
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Miraculous Medal Tote
One of our most beloved Marian symbols inspired by the Miraculous Medal now graces this fun canvas tote. Load up with your favorite Catholic books, market finds, or essentials for the beach. Let your love of Mary shine!
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Personalized Miraculous
Medal Water Bottle
An everyday must-have for staying hydrated, this Miraculous Medal inspired water bottle subtly expresses your devotion to the Blessed Mother. Bridesmaids, teachers, friends, and family will appreciate the classic Marian design.
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Sterling Silver Miraculous
Medal Cameo Necklace
This vintage-style cameo is an elegant accessory that shares in her love of the Blessed Mother through devotion to the Miraculous Medal. A beautiful white relief of Mary is softly contrasted with a light blue background while a classic sterling silver border artfully frames the cameo pendant.
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Miraculous Medal Mug
With a medal designed by the Blessed Virgin and a mug designed by us, you won't go wrong. Wake up with Mary; live better. It really is that simple. An eminently giftable classic rife with meaning.
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FOLLOW, SHARE, AND STAY CONNECTED
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