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Antique Italian Bronze Devotional Medal – St. Thomas of Villanova & St. Francis de Sales
SIZE: 2.2 x 2.9 Cm
4.6 grams
- Antique Italian Bronze Devotional Medal – St. Thomas of Villanova & St. Francis de SalesUp for sale is a fascinating 19th-century Catholic devotional medal showcasing two prominent saints. This particular specimen is a highly interesting collectors\' variant: the integrated top suspension loop remains solid and was never pierced with a hole during production.
- Obverse (Front): Features the left-facing profile bust of Saint Thomas of Villanova wearing a bishop\'s mitre and halo. Surrounded by the inscription: \"S. THOMA. D. VILLA. NOVA.\"
- Reverse (Back): Displays the left-facing profile bust of Saint Francis de Sales wearing his traditional clerical cap (bieneron) and halo. Surrounded by the inscription: \"S. FRANCISCVS. DE. SALES. E. G.\"
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with a stunning, deep golden-brown bronze patina and strong, prominent relief profiles. As noted, the top suspension loop is solid and does not have a hole, making it a unique planchet error or pocket-token pocket piece variant. Please review the high-resolution images carefully for exact cosmetic details.
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