Mexican Sacred Heart religious art

This object is a Mexican Sacred Heart (Corazón Sagrado or Milagrito), which is a classic form of Mexican religious folk art. These items are typically used as ex-votos or votive offerings. In Mexican culture, a person might hang this in a home altar space (altarcito) or pin small metal charms onto it to ask for a specific miracle, give thanks for prayers answered, or bring good fortune and spiritual protection to the household. The center features a prominent metal charm (milagro) depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe (Virgen de Guadalupe), Mexico's patron saint and a deeply revered symbol of protection and hope.