St. Anthony of Padua Cross 925 Silver Medal – 1892 Leo XIII Blessing
This beautifully cast St. Anthony of Padua Cross Medal is a powerful spiritual emblem, blending the compassionate intercession of St. Anthony with the Church's enduring triumph through the Cross. Measuring 4.5 cm and made in Italy, this medal features a unique cross-shaped design. On the front, it depicts St. Anthony lovingly holding the Christ Child, accompanied by the inscription: S. Antoni A Padua – Ora Pro Nobis (“Pray for Us”).
The reverse side carries the powerful Exorcism Cross inscription composed under Pope Leo XIII on May 21, 1892, surrounding a central cross:
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Ecce Crucem Domini (“Behold the Cross of the Lord”)
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Fugite partes adversae (“Begone, evil forces”)
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Vicit Leo de Tribu Juda, Radix David, Alleluia (“The Lion of the Tribe of Judah has conquered, the Root of David, Alleluia”).
Rich in spiritual symbolism, this medal invokes Christ’s victory, the intercession of a beloved miracle-working saint, and the protective legacy of Pope Leo XIII’s renowned prayer of exorcism. Ideal for daily wear or to carry as a holy safeguard during prayer, travel, or moments of need.
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