For generations, Latin families have pinned a small gold medal to a newborn's clothing as a quiet prayer for protection. This 14K solid gold baby pin carries the Miraculous Medal, with Our Lady standing with open hands and the prayer "O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee" around its edge. It is a baptism gift that godparents and grandparents give once, and that a child keeps for a lifetime.

About the Design

The pin measures 1.1 inches and is stamped 14K on the clasp head. An oval Miraculous Medal, 8 mm by 12 mm, hangs from a small bail on the lower bar, allowing it to move freely. The front shows Our Lady standing on the globe, her arms lowered and her hands open, with rays of grace streaming from them. The traditional prayer is inscribed in English around the raised border. A softly textured background lets the figure stand out, even at this small scale.

The reverse carries the traditional design given to Saint Catherine Labouré: the letter M for Mary, joined to a cross and a bar, surrounded by twelve stars. Beneath it are two hearts: the Sacred Heart of Jesus, crowned with thorns, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, pierced by a sword. Together they speak of Mary standing at the foot of the Cross, united with her Son in His suffering and in His love for us.

About the Devotion

In 1830, Our Lady appeared to Saint Catherine Labouré, a young Daughter of Charity in Paris, and asked her to have a medal struck according to the vision she was shown. The rays from Mary's hands, she explained, are the graces she gives to those who ask for them. The medal spread so quickly, and so many graces were attributed to it, that the faithful soon called it the Miraculous Medal. It remains one of the most beloved Marian sacramentals in the Church.

In Cuban, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and Mexican homes, the baby pin is a familiar sight: a small gold pin fastened to the newborn's clothing, often carrying a medal of the Virgin. This piece places that custom under the care of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Like every sacramental, the medal is not a charm or a guarantee. Its meaning lives in the prayer and trust in Mary that it accompanies.

Specifications

Who This Is For

• Godparents (padrinos) looking for a solid gold baptism gift that will last well beyond the day itself.
• Grandmothers and great-grandmothers continuing the family tradition of pinning a gold medal on the newest baby.
• New parents who want their child's first piece of jewelry to be a sign of faith.
• Families devoted to the Miraculous Medal, especially as a gift for its feast on November 27.

Safe use for babies: pin only to outer clothing, a blanket, or a stroller canopy while an adult is present. Never leave it on sleepwear or in the crib, and remove it before naps and bedtime. Keep the clasp fully closed at all times.

Care Instructions

• Wipe gently with a soft, dry jewelry cloth to restore shine.
• For deeper cleaning, use warm water with a drop of mild soap, then dry completely.
• Avoid chlorine, bleach, and harsh chemicals.
• Store it closed in its white jewelry gift box, separate from other jewelry, to prevent scratches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Miraculous Medal pin?

A Miraculous Medal pin is a small safety pin with a Miraculous Medal hanging from it. In many Hispanic Catholic families, godparents or grandparents give one at birth or baptism, and it is pinned to the baby's clothing as a sign of faith and of Mary's protection.

Is this pin solid gold?

Yes. Both the pin and the medal are 14K solid yellow gold, and the pin is stamped 14K on the clasp head. It is not gold-filled, gold-plated, or gold vermeil.

What do the symbols on the back of the Miraculous Medal mean?

The M stands for Mary, and the Cross above it, joined by a bar, recalls her place at the foot of the Cross. The twelve stars recall the woman crowned with twelve stars in the Book of Revelation and the twelve Apostles. The two hearts are the Sacred Heart of Jesus, crowned with thorns, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, pierced by a sword.

Is it a good baptism gift?

Yes. A gold baby pin is a traditional baptism gift from godparents, and the Miraculous Medal is one of the most recognized Marian medals in the Church. In solid gold, it becomes a keepsake the child can keep for life.

Is a baby pin safe for a newborn?

It is safe when used with care. Pin it only to outer clothing, a blanket, or a stroller canopy while an adult is present, and remove it before the baby sleeps. Keep the clasp fully closed at all times.

Is this medal from the Chapel of Rue du Bac in Paris?

No. This imported 14K gold medal reproduces the traditional design of the Miraculous Medal. If you are looking for medals from the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Paris, see our Rue du Bac collection.

How big is the medal?

The medal measures 8 mm by 12 mm, about a third of an inch wide and half an inch tall. The pin is 1.1 inches long.

¿Cómo se llama esta pieza en español?

Se conoce como imperdible de oro con la Medalla Milagrosa, seguro de oro para bebé o prendedor de la Virgen Milagrosa, según el país. Es un regalo tradicional de los padrinos para el bautizo, en oro sólido de 14K.

The Guadalupe Gifts Promise

Guadalupe Gifts® is a family business founded by the Valerio family in Weston, Florida. We carry the Mexican tradition of devotional craftsmanship, where every medal is made to be worn, prayed with, and passed down. We describe every material honestly and inspect every piece before it leaves our hands, so the gift you give is exactly the gift you chose.

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About Guadalupe Gifts

Guadalupe Gifts is a Catholic family business in Weston, Florida, offering devotional jewelry and sacred art from artisan workshops in Mexico, Italy, Brazil, France, and beyond. Our mission is to help families carry their faith close, in pieces made to last for generations.