A small golden heart crowned with flame and a cross, resting softly at the base of your throat. This gold-plated mini Sacred Heart choker necklace, known in Spain as a mini detente, comes on a black elastic velvet cord, plus three extra cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua, so you can keep the Heart of Jesus close while matching whatever you wear—made in Spain in the tradition of Spanish devotional jewelry.

About the Design

The dainty heart charm measures just 0.7 x 0.5 inches, a small gold-plated heart with a deeper meaning. A crown of thorns wraps the Sacred Heart, the wound of the lance marks its side, and the flame of divine love rises to a small cross that forms the hanging loop. It is finished in 24K gold plating with a warm matte texture and hangs on a soft, flat, 0.4-inch-wide elastic velvet cord. A sliding gold-plated ring adjusts the length up to 20 inches so that you can wear it close to your neck as a heart choker or lower on the neckline. Four interchangeable elastic velvet cords are included, so one charm becomes four different looks. Changing colors is simple: untie the knot, move the charm and ring to a new cord, and tie it again.

About the Devotion

Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus grew through the revelations to Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century, who encouraged the faithful to keep an image of the Heart of Jesus close. The small badge known as the detente spread from that devotion, traditionally inscribed "Detente, el Corazón de Jesús está conmigo" ("Stop, the Heart of Jesus is with me"). Worn with faith, it is not a charm against harm but a reminder to place each day in the hands of Christ. Read more about the Sacred Heart of Jesus in our Catholic Journal.

What's Included

• Gold-plated mini Sacred Heart charm and sliding gold-plated ring, mounted on a black elastic velvet cord.
• Three additional elastic velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua
• White jewelry gift box

Specifications

Who This Is For

For the woman who prefers a quiet, delicate sign of faith she can wear every day, from the office to Sunday Mass. A meaningful gift for Mother's Day, Confirmation, the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (celebrated in June most years), or anyone who keeps the First Friday devotion.

Care Instructions

Remove before showering, swimming, or exercising, since water and sweat wear down gold plating and can stiffen velvet. Apply perfume and lotion before putting on your necklace, and keep them away from the charm. Store the necklace and spare velvet cords flat in the gift box, away from direct sunlight, to protect the velvet colors. Wipe the charm gently with a soft,t dry cloth. Avoid overstretching the elastic cords.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Sacred Heart detente?

A detente is a small image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus worn or carried as a sign of trust in His love. The name comes from the traditional Spanish inscription "Detente, el Corazón de Jesús está conmigo." Today the word is also used for Sacred Heart jewelry in this style.

How small is the mini Sacred Heart charm?

The charm measures 0.7 x 0 inches and is about the size of a fingertip. It is a dainty, understated piece that layers easily with other necklaces.

What is the difference between the Mini Detente and the Detente with Rays?

The Mini Detente is a small heart-shaped charm for a delicate look. The Sacred Heart medal with rays is a round 0.8-inch medal framed by a sunburst, with a bolder presence. Both come from the same Spanish collection with the same four velvet cords.

Can I wear it as a choker and as a longer necklace?

Yes. Slide the gold-plated ring up for a heart choker, or slide it down to let the charm rest lower. The cord adjusts up to 20 inches.

Which velvet cord colors come with the necklace?

The necklace arrives on a black elastic velvet cord, with three additional elastic velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua included.

How do I change the velvet cord?

Untie the knot at the ends of the cord, slide the ring and the charm off, then thread them onto the new cord in the same order and tie the ends again. It takes about a minute.

Is this necklace solid gold?

No. The charm is made of a metal alloy with a 24K gold plating in a matte finish. It is designed as an accessible devotional piece for everyday wear.

Can I wear it in water?

We recommend removing it before showering or swimming to protect the gold plating and the velvet.

Is the necklace blessed?

Our pieces are not sold blessed. Any priest can bless it for you, and many customers bring their new pieces to their parish priest after Mass.

The Guadalupe Gifts Promise

Guadalupe Gifts® is a family company founded by the Valerio family in Weston, Florida. We choose every piece with the same care we bring to our own faith, drawing on the devotional craftsmanship traditions of Mexico, Spain, and beyond. We describe our materials honestly, so you always know exactly what you are wearing.

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Guadalupe Gifts brings Catholic devotional jewelry and sacred art to families who want to carry their faith every day.