Vintage St. Christopher Oval Medal 14k Gold 29.2mm

Classic St. Christopher medal crafted in solid 14k yellow gold. The oval pendant features a detailed relief of St. Christopher carrying the Christ child across water, surrounded by the traditional inscription “Saint Christopher Protect Us.” The scene is rendered in strong relief with crisp modeling, giving the figures a sculptural presence rarely seen in more common flat devotional medals.

Metal: 14k yellow gold (stamped with maker’s mark)

Weight: 5.8 grams

Medal Size: 29.2 mm long × 20.7 mm wide × 1.7 mm deep (excluding hoop and bail)

Overall Drop: Approx. 1.25 inches including bail

Design: Oval St. Christopher medal with raised relief and decorative border

Era: Late 20th century (circa 1970s–1980s)

A few design details give this medal a distinctive look compared with typical St. Christopher pendants. The inscription is set within a raised outer band, creating a bold, coin-like presentation that frames the central scene. Surrounding the interior panel is a graphic zig-zag border, an uncommon detail that adds visual movement and a slightly modern character to the piece. The figures themselves are struck in strong relief with well-defined drapery and a simplified landscape beneath, giving the medal a clean, sculptural feel.

St. Christopher medals have long been worn as protective talismans for travelers, making them both meaningful devotional pieces and enduring jewelry staples. This example has a solid weight, crisp detail, and a well-proportioned bail suitable for a variety of chains. The pendant remains in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.