Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.

Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.

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Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.

Spain early 1800s

Size 8 cm L x 5.5 cm W x 1.8 cm H

On one side:

“80 dias de indulgengia por casa acto de piedad llevando puesto este escudo “

“80 days of indulgence for each act of piety carrying this shield”

Other side:

St Prisca is the patron saint of prisoners. St Prisca is a Christian figure by the name of St. Prisca. According to tradition, st  was a martyr who lived in the first century AD.   is included in the Roman Martyrology, a list of saints and martyrs recognized by the Catholic Church.
While the circumstances of St. Prisca’s life are unknown, it is believed that she was a young woman who lived in Rome during the time of Nero the Roman Emperor. For her Christian views, she was detained and imprisoned; it is reported that she was tortured to death for refusing to renounce them.
Despite the fact that there is little historical information accessible about St. Prisca, she has been regarded as a saint for many centuries.
Her name can be found in numerous medieval martyrologies due to the popularity of her cult during the Middle Ages.
In artwork, St. Prisca is frequently shown with a palm branch, a representation of martyrdom, or a jail or chains, a representation of her imprisonment. The 18th of January is her feast day.
Prisca’s tale serves as motivation for others who are in challenging situations or who may be incarcerated. She serves as a reminder that even in the most challenging circumstances, one may remain faithful to God. Her support of inmates serves as a reminder that even those who are behind bars still have rights to respect and decency.
St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners, is a final point to make.

Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.
Open image in slideshow, Antique medallion / reliquary, in chiselled sterling silver with a large, beautifully polychrome porcelain cabochon of St. Prisca, a Christian saint who is revered as the patron saint of prisoners.