{"product_id":"elie-pellegrin-saint-catherine-medal-silver-enamel","title":"Vintage Élie Pellegrin Saint Catherine Medal, French Hallmarked Silver and Enamel Religious Pendant, 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA beautiful vintage French silver and enamel medal depicting Saint Catherine of Alexandria, created by the celebrated French religious artist and medallist Élie Pellegrin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaint Catherine is portrayed in Pellegrin’s distinctive modernist style, holding the sword associated with her martyrdom. Her blue garment, red sleeves, pale pink face and hands, white halo and gold-coloured sword are richly decorated with vivid enamel. The words “Sainte Catherine” are incorporated into the background in stylised raised lettering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is equally attractive, with a raised modernist cross surrounded by small connected silver beads. The circular arrangement may be a stylised reference to the wheel traditionally associated with Saint Catherine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rim bears two separate punches: Élie Pellegrin’s triangular E ✝ P maker’s cartouche and a French silver hallmark, confirming both the artist and the silver content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eÉlie Pellegrin was a French artist known for his highly individual Christian works in silver, bronze and other metals, frequently enhanced with richly coloured enamel. His distinctive mid-century religious medals are increasingly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe medal retains its original silver hanging ring. It is in very good vintage condition, with bright, well-preserved enamel. There is light surface wear, scratching and natural patina to the silver consistent with age. Please study the close-up photographs, which form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 1³⁄₁₆ inches (3 cm), excluding the hanging ring\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 16.80 g\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: French hallmarked silver with coloured enamel\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Élie Pellegrin\u003cbr\u003eMaker’s mark: E ✝ P within a triangular cartouche\u003cbr\u003eSubject: Saint Catherine of Alexandria\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1960s–1970s\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage French Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64165346607481,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/8033\/7785\/files\/IMG_9384.jpg?v=1785932163","url":"https:\/\/vintagefrenchtreasures.com\/products\/elie-pellegrin-saint-catherine-medal-silver-enamel","provider":"Vintage French Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}