In 1830, at the Chapel on Rue du Bac in Paris, Our Lady showed Saint Catherine Labouré the design of a medal and promised great graces to all who wear it with confidence. This Miraculous Medal brings that design to life in bright blue enamel over sterling silver, finished in 14K gold and made in France for a lifetime of daily wear.

About the Design

The front shows Our Lady standing on the globe, rays of grace streaming from her open hands, framed by the original French prayer: "Ô Marie, conçue sans péché, priez pour nous qui avons recours à vous" (O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee). The reverse carries the letter M surmounted by a cross, the twelve stars, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus beside the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

The vivid blue enamel covers both sides and is framed by a thin gold rim, so the relief catches the light from every angle. The medal is small and delicate, made to be worn every day close to the heart.

About the Devotion

The Miraculous Medal is one of the most widely worn sacramentals in the Church. Its front honors the Immaculate Conception, which the Church defined as dogma in 1854. Its reverse unites the Cross, Mary, and the two Hearts, a reminder that Our Lady always leads us to her Son. Blue has long been Mary's color in Catholic art, a sign of her purity and of the heavens she points us toward.

Specifications

Who This Is For

A lasting gift for First Communion, Confirmation, Baptism, RCIA and OCIA candidates, Mother's Day, and anyone devoted to Our Lady. Its small size makes it a natural choice for everyday wear, for layering with other necklaces, and for younger wearers.

Care Instructions

Avoid contact with perfume, lotions, chlorine, and salt water. Remove before sleeping, swimming, or exercising. Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth, and store it in its gift box to protect the enamel and gold finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this medal made of?

The medal is sterling silver (925) plated in 14K gold, with bright blue enamel on both sides. The 18-inch chain is gold-plated.

How is this different from your gold-plated blue enamel medal?

This medal is made on a sterling silver base with a 14K gold finish, while our gold-plated version is made on a base metal. The precious metal base gives this piece greater durability and long-term value.

Is this medal made in France?

Yes. The medal is made in France and sourced at the shop of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on Rue du Bac in Paris, the site of the 1830 apparitions. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.

How big is the medal?

About 0.51 x 0.37 in without the bail, roughly the size of a fingertip. It is a small, discreet medal suited to daily wear.

Does the medal come blessed?

No. We recommend asking any priest to bless it. The blessing takes only a moment, and many parishes bless religious articles after Mass.

The Guadalupe Gifts Promise

The Valerio family runs Guadalupe Gifts® from Weston, Florida. Rooted in the Mexican tradition of devotional craftsmanship, we choose every piece for its authenticity, its beauty, and its place in Catholic devotion, and we describe every material honestly. Hence, you know exactly what you are giving.

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Continue Your Devotion

• Rue du Bac Miraculous Medals
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About Guadalupe Gifts

Guadalupe Gifts offers Catholic devotional jewelry and sacred art sourced from the places where these devotions began: the Chapel on Rue du Bac in Paris, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, and fine Mexican jewelers.