Our Lady Of Loretto Sterling Round Large Medal

Our Lady Of Loretto Sterling Round Large Medal 1in. diameter
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Product Details
H x W:	1" (2.54 cm) x 1" (2.54 cm)

Our Description

This detailed Our Lady of Loretto sterling medal measures 1in. and has a relief of the bust of Mary with seven stars around her head. Bordering the image is text reading, "Our Lady of Loretto, Protect My Flight." On the back of the medal is an airplane in flight and text reading, "Patroness of Aviators & Air Travelers."

St. Our Lady of Loretto

Patron Of: Aviators, Construction Workers, Flyers, Home Builders, Lace Makers, Flying, Air Crews, Aircraft Pilots

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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