Poland / Lithuania, Vilnius. Two-piece, opened votive medallion Mother of Mercy - Our Lady of Ostra Brama, XIX c., signed on the edge with Tsar's hallmark 84 and Pogoń, Silver 25 x 17 mm (dimensions with ear), weight 5,60 g.,Good Condition, traces of use, small dents, one of the votive offerings is missing inside - cross
Mother of Mercy votive medallions symbolize devotion to the Mother of God, intercession in prayers and protection, especially in difficult situations. These medallions are popular among both Poles and Lithuanians, being an important part of their cultural and religious heritage
Poland, Russian Partition, Czestochowa. Oval religious pendant 1906, to commemorate the unveiling of the rebuilt tower after the fire of August 15, 1900, Silver 21 x 15 mm, weight 1,45 g. .875, signed Tsar's hallmark 84 and the Polish 2, Condition XF, remnants of niello, nice luster, rare