Our Lady of Guadalupe Religious Pendant

This is a small, oval-shaped religious pendant or medallion featuring the iconic image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The piece is crafted from a yellow-toned metal, likely gold-plated or gold-toned base metal, given its uniform high-shine finish. The central relief depicts the Virgin Mary with rays of light (the mandorla) emanating from behind her, standing upon a crescent moon supported by an angel. The figure is framed by a subtle raised border. At the top of the oval is an integrated circular bale for attachment to a chain or necklace. The craftsmanship shows a standard die-struck or cast production method common in mass-produced devotional jewelry. Regarding condition, the pendant appears to be in fair to good condition, although the image resolution suggests some surface scratches and minor dulling of the relief details consistent with regular wear and friction. There is a noticeable dark patina or grime accumulating in the deeper recessed areas of the design, which helps highlight the figure but may indicate natural oxidation. No specific maker’s marks are visible on the front; such pieces often have stamps on the reverse designating purity (like 14k or 18k) or a manufacturer's hallmark, though these cannot be confirmed from this angle. This style of pendant is a classic Catholic devotional item and likely dates from the late 20th century to the present day.