Catholic St. Benedict Pendant

The crucifix is a vintage Catholic St. Benedict pendant typically dating from the 1970s. This specific large-scale model measures approximately 3" x 1 3/4" and features a distinctive brown enamel inlay set within a metal frame ~ St. Benedict Medal: The central feature is the St. Benedict medal, a powerful Catholic sacramental used for protection against evil. ~ Latin Inscriptions: The medal contains abbreviated Latin epayers, including "C.S.S.M.L - N.D.S.M.D," which translates to "May the Holy Cross be my light; Let not the dragon be my guide". ~ Corpus and INRI: The crucifix includes the Christus Corpus (the body of Christ) and an INRI scroll at the top. ~ Material and Condition: These vintage pieces are frequently made of silver-tone metal or pewter alloy. This piece is in excellent pre-owned condition. ~ Weight 31 grams