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St Jude Medallion
The Patron Saint of the Desperate Causes

Many believers carry the St Jude medallion on their necks or a charm in a bracelet. In many Latin American countries it is very common to see women and men wearing religious jewelry, specially medals representing their favorite patron or saint.

Saint Jude Gold Medals

The most popular St Jude medals are the gold ones showing the front and profile of the saint. Specifically the 14k St. Jude medal with the cross and the St Jude round medal. Here is a selection of some of the most sought after St Jude medals in gold.

Saint Jude Silver Medallions

Other Medals

Some of the following are very different and involve some enamel or are gold plated over silver. They are not supposed to fade or loose the golden look.

It is a custome to wear the St. Jude medallion as a sign of love and devotion. In many cases just to express our gratitude to the Saint because we received the favor we asked for after praying the St Jude Never fail novena.

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