A radiant Sacred Heart resting at the base of your throat, framed by rays of light and set on soft velvet. This gold-plated Sacred Heart medal velvet choker necklace, known in Spain as a detente, arrives on a black velvet cord with three more 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 2 cm medal shows the Sacred Heart wrapped in a crown of thorns, crowned with the flame of divine love and a small cross, all set within a sunburst of rays that recalls the light of Christ. It is finished in 24K gold plating with a warm matte texture and hangs from a soft, flat 1 cm-wide velvet cord. A sliding gold-plated ring adjusts the length up to 20 inches so that you can wear it close as a choker or lower on the neckline. Four interchangeable velvet cords are included, so one medal becomes four different looks. Changing colors is simple: untie the knot, move the medal 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"). The rays surrounding the Heart are a classic way to show the glory and burning love of Christ. 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 Sacred Heart medal with rays and sliding gold-plated ring, mounted on a black velvet cord
• Three additional velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua
• White jewelry gift box

Specifications

Who This Is For

For the woman who keeps the Sacred Heart enthroned at home and wants that devotion with her through the 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 medal. Store the necklace and spare velvet cords flat in the gift box, away from direct sunlight, to protect the velvet colors. Wipe the medal gently with a soft, dry cloth.

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.

What do the rays around the heart mean?

The rays represent the light and glory of Christ radiating from His Heart. They are a traditional element of Sacred Heart imagery, especially in Spanish devotional art.

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

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

Which velvet cord colors come with the necklace?

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

How do I change the velvet cord?

Untie the knot at the ends of the cord, slide the ring and the medal 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 medal 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.

Is there a matching bracelet?

Yes. The gold-plated Sacred Heart bracelet comes from the same Spanish collection and features the same four velvet cord colors,s o you can wear them together as a set.

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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About Guadalupe Gifts

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