{"product_id":"gold-plated-sacred-heart-medal-velvet-choker-necklace","title":"Gold-Plated Sacred Heart Medal Velvet Choker Necklace with Rays (Detente) Adjustable 20-inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Devotion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevotion 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 \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/catholic-journal\/the-sacred-heart-of-jesus\"\u003ethe Sacred Heart of Jesus\u003c\/a\u003e in our Catholic Journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated Sacred Heart medal with rays and sliding gold-plated ring, mounted on a black velvet cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree additional velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite jewelry gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSacred heart with crown of thorns, flame, cross, and rays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedal size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 cm (approx. 0.8 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase metal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24K gold plating on the medal and sliding ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCords\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat velvet cord, 1 cm wide, 4 included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCord colors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack (mounted), navy blue, garnet, aqua\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable up to 20 in, from choker to longer wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSliding gold-plated ring, knotted ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade in\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite jewelry gift box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Sacred Heart detente?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the rays around the heart mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I wear it as a choker and as a longer necklace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich velvet cord colors come with the necklace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace arrives mounted on a black velvet cord, with three additional velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I change the velvet cord?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntie 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this necklace solid gold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a matching bracelet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-plated-sacred-heart-bracelet-velvet-cords\"\u003egold-plated Sacred Heart bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e comes from the same Spanish collection and features the same four velvet cord colors,s o you can wear them together as a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I wear it in water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend removing it before showering or swimming to protect the gold plating and the velvet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the necklace blessed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Guadalupe Gifts Promise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuadalupe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and Returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/guadalupegifts.com\/pages\/return-exchanges\"\u003eReturns and Exchanges policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContinue Your Devotion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacred-heart-of-jesus-statues-gifts\"\u003eSacred Heart of Jesus Jewelry and Gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jesus-necklace\"\u003eJesus Necklaces and Medals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-plated-sacred-heart-bracelet-velvet-cords\"\u003eGold-Plated Sacred Heart Bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Guadalupe Gifts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuadalupe Gifts brings Catholic devotional jewelry and sacred art to families who want to carry their faith every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPAIN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51430205522167,"sku":"MD-1170","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/3258\/7148\/files\/gold-plated-sacred-heart-medal-velvet-choker-necklace-with-rays-detente-adjustable-20-inch-7869918.png?v=1793124789","url":"https:\/\/guadalupegifts.com\/products\/gold-plated-sacred-heart-medal-velvet-choker-necklace","provider":"Guadalupe Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}