2 3/4" San Fernando Medal - Large Antique Model ME1000

2 3/4" San Fernando Medal (70 mm) – Antique Replica in Sterling Silver or Gold Bronze

This San Fernando medal is a striking and intricate piece, measuring 2 3/4 inches (approximately 70 mm) in height. It is an exact replica of an antique or vintage medal, faithfully recreated to preserve its historic charm and devotional significance. Available in your choice of sterling silver or gold bronze, this medal is a beautiful tribute to classic craftsmanship and sacred heritage.

The San Fernando medallion depicts Saint Ferdinand III of Castile and León, a revered 13th-century king known for his deep piety, just rule, and military leadership in the Reconquista. He is honored as a patron saint of kings, engineers, and those seeking a just and righteous rule. His feast day is celebrated on May 30th. Saint Ferdinand's canonization by Pope Clement X in 1671 recognized his life as a model of Christian kingship, blending wisdom, courage, and compassion.

In this exquisite medal, the saint is shown standing in a regal and prayerful pose beneath an ornate archway. His figure is finely detailed, wearing medieval royal robes and crowned with a radiant halo, symbolizing his divine mission as a king serving under God’s law. He holds a long staff or scepter in one hand, embodying the righteous authority entrusted to him.

The arch framing San Fernando is richly adorned with floral and foliate motifs, climbing and intertwining around the figure, creating a delicate latticework that gives the medal an almost lace-like effect. Two small architectural columns stand on either side, reinforcing the sacred and regal atmosphere of the composition. Beneath his feet, a beautifully rendered scallop shell — a timeless Christian emblem of pilgrimage, protection, and rebirth — completes the design.

This San Fernando medallion is designed in a style that blends Baroque and Gothic Revival elements, characterized by lavish ornamentation, intricate detail, and a majestic presence. It captures the sacred dignity of a sovereign who dedicated his life to the service of God and his people.

Each San Fernando medal is cast with care, capturing the intricate relief work and texture of the original piece. Whether worn as a pendant, used as a devotional object, or incorporated into a sacred collection, this medallion offers an enduring symbol of righteous leadership, divine protection, and the virtues of faith and justice.