Our Lady Of Loretto Pewter Medal
Item Number: 6018
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H x W:
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0 3/4" (1.90 cm) x 0 3/4" (1.90 cm)
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This round, pewter medal of Our Lady of Loretto measures 3/4in. in diameter and comes with a 24in. endless curbed chain. The reverse side says, "Patroness of Aviators and Air Travelers."
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Patron Of:
Air Crews, Aircraft Pilots, Aviators, Construction Workers, Flyers, Flying, Home Builders, Lace Makers
Profile
The title Our Lady of Loreto refers to the Holy House of Loreto, the house in which Mary was born, and where the Annunciation occurred, and to an ancient statue of Our Lady which is found there. Tradition says that a band of angels scooped up the little house from the Holy Land, and transported it first to Tersato, Dalmatia in 1291, Reananti in 1294, and finally to Loreto, Italy where it has been for centuries. It was this flight that led to her patronage of people involved in aviation, and the long life of the house that has led to the patronage of builders, construction workers, etc. It is the first shrine of international renown dedicated to the Blessed Virgin, and has been known as a Marian center for centuries. Popes have always held the Shrine of Loreto in special esteem, and it is under their direct authority and protection.
All information used with permission of the Patron Saint Index.
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