St. Benedict Sterling Silver Medallion A meaningful sterling silver medallion dedicated to St. Benedict of Nursia, combining his sacred image with the powerful symbolism and prayers of the St. Benedict Medal. For centuries, the St. Benedict Medal has been one of the most recognized sacramentals in the Catholic tradition. Its symbolism centers on the Cross of Christ, perseverance in faith, rejection of evil, and the desire to live under God’s protection and grace. Front — St. Benedict The front depicts St. Benedict, father of Western monasticism and author of the Rule of St. Benedict. He is shown holding the Cross, representing his complete faith in Christ, and a book representing his Holy Rule, a spiritual guide centered on prayer, humility, obedience, discipline, and a life ordered toward God. Beside St. Benedict are traditional symbols connected with events from his life. According to tradition, attempts were made to poison him, but through God’s protection the attempts failed. These stories became part of the symbolism associated with the St. Benedict Medal and its emphasis on resisting evil through faith in Christ. Around the image appears the Latin inscription: EIUS IN OBITU NOSTRO PRAESENTIA MUNIAMUR “May we be strengthened by his presence in the hour of our death.” Reverse — The Cross of St. Benedict The reverse features the traditional Cross of St. Benedict, surrounded by a series of initials representing Latin prayers. At the center: C.S.S.M.L. — Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux“May the Holy Cross be my light.” Across the horizontal arm: N.D.S.M.D. — Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux“Let not the dragon be my guide.” The four larger letters surrounding the Cross — C S P B — traditionally stand for: Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti“The Cross of the Holy Father Benedict.” Together, these inscriptions form a powerful profession of trust in Christ and His Cross, reminding the wearer to reject temptation and remain steadfast in faith. The medallion is crafted in sterling silver with an oxidized background that brings depth to the inscriptions and sacred imagery, while polished raised details create strong contrast. Details Material: Sterling Silver Pendant size: 34 × 24 mm Bail opening: 4.5 × 4.5 mm Approx. weight: 7.5 g St. Benedict imagery on the front Cross of St. Benedict on the reverse Oxidized details for depth and contrast Polished sterling silver highlights Slight weight variations may occur from piece to piece Pendant only — chain sold separately Processing Time 1–3 business days More than a medallion, this piece is a reminder to make the Holy Cross your light — carrying with it the spiritual legacy of St. Benedict and a call to faith, prayer, perseverance, and resistance to evil.
