Travel Protection Medal Appraisal

Saint Christopher Religious Medal

This is an oval-shaped devotional medal featuring Saint Christopher, often worn as a protective amulet for travelers. The medal appears to be made of a metallic substance, likely gold-toned, though the specific karat (e.g., 14k) cannot be definitively confirmed from the image alone, despite the provided context suggesting '14k gold'. The main side (obverse) of the medal depicts Saint Christopher carrying the Christ Child across a river, a classic religious iconography. The figures show some relief and detail, although the fine details of the faces are not perfectly clear due to the image resolution. Surrounding the central image, along the oval border, is the inscription "SAINT CHRISTOPHER PROTECT US" in raised capital letters. The bottom edge of the medal features a decorative border of small, raised five-pointed stars. At the top, there is a small, attached jump ring, through which a chain could be threaded to wear the medal. The surface exhibits a slight aged patina, indicating some use over time, but no significant damage, scratches, or repairs are overtly visible. The craftsmanship appears to be a standard struck medal, likely mass-produced but with sufficient detail for devotional use. The style suggests it could be from the mid to late 20th century, common for such religious items.