VIRGIN SAINTS &ANGELS Authentic VSA San Benito earrings in this "Milagro" or drop style valued between $150 and $280. EUC, no flaws or problems. Elegant gold-tone drop earrings featuring garnet stone stud and detailed circular medallion charm. Lightweight and versatile for day or evening wear. The black and gold design pairs well with both casual and formal outfits. This is the reverse side of the Saint Benedict Medal, a Christian sacramental often worn for spiritual protection. The complex arrangement of letters represents a series of Latin prayers and invocations intended to ward off evil. The initials on and around the cross each have a specific meaning: C S P B: (Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti) "The Cross of Our Holy Father Benedict". C S S M L: (Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux) Inscribed vertically, meaning "May the Holy Cross be my light". N D S M D: (Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux) Inscribed horizontally, meaning "May the dragon never be my guide". Outer Edge PAX: "Peace," the Benedictine motto. V R S N S M V: (Vade Retro Satana, Nunquam Suade Mihi Vana) "Begone Satan! Never suggest vain things to me". S M Q L I V B: (Sunt Mala Quae Libas, Ipse Venena Bibas) "What you offer me is evil. Drink your own poison". Queen of Peace Church Patton The medal is a "silent continuous prayer" for the wearer. The Stones: The black stones at the top appear to be cabochon-cut and are likely onyx, hematite, or glass, which is common for this style of religious jewelry.