{"product_id":"saint-michael-sterling-silver-maltese-cross","title":"St. Michael Maltese Cross Sterling Silver Pendant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSt. Michael Maltese Cross Pendant, Solid .925 Sterling Silver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo symbols of protection in one piece. This Maltese cross pendant frames St. Michael the Archangel in the act of defeating the devil, die struck in solid sterling silver, then hand polished and engraved in the USA by New England Silversmiths. The crisp, deep detail comes from die striking, a process that presses the design into the metal under tremendous force for sharper lines than casting. It arrives on an 18 inch surgical stainless steel curb chain in a deluxe velvet gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Maltese Cross and St. Michael Mean Together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maltese cross, with its four arrowhead arms, has long stood for courage, protection, and service, and it is the emblem firefighters and many first responders wear on their badges. St. Michael the Archangel is the patron of police and law enforcement, invoked by the Church as defender against evil. Here he is shown triumphing over the devil, the image from Revelation of good overcoming evil. Together they make a pendant with deep meaning for anyone who runs toward danger to protect others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Customers Choose This Pendant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(220px,1fr));gap:16px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid .925 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA real precious metal pendant, not plated.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDie struck detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSharper, deeper relief than a cast medal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand finished in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand polished and engraved by New England Silversmiths.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18 inch 316 surgical stainless steel curb chain.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe velvet gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReady to give, no extra wrapping needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold by Catholic Faith Store\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspected before it ships to you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePendant and Chain Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;max-width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003eSolid .925 sterling silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e0.9\" x 0.8\" (24mm x 21mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e3.1 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003eMaltese cross with Archangel Michael defeating the devil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003eDie struck, hand polished and engraved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e316 surgical stainless steel curb chain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e18 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003eDeluxe velvet gift box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatron saint of\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003ePolice and law enforcement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eCatholic Faith Store\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing Your Chain Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the size of your head and width of your neck when selecting chain length. For more help, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.catholicfaithstore.com\/a\/daily-bread\/post\/necklace-length-guide\"\u003enecklace length guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy is St. Michael on a Maltese cross?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maltese cross is a traditional symbol of courage and protection worn by firefighters and many first responders, and St. Michael is the patron of police and law enforcement. The combination makes a meaningful gift for anyone in protective service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it real sterling silver?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pendant is solid .925 sterling silver, die struck, then hand polished and engraved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the pendant?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 0.9\" x 0.8\" (24mm x 21mm) and weighs 3.1 grams, a comfortable size for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with a chain?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, an 18 inch 316 surgical stainless steel curb chain is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it made in the USA?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made in the USA and hand finished by New England Silversmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolice and fire academy graduations, first responder appreciation, law enforcement retirements, EMT and paramedic gifts, Confirmation for someone taking Michael as a patron, military service, and anyone who protects others for a living.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HMH Religious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52681792061671,"sku":"S167518","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/5636\/1703\/files\/S1675C_1216x1168_a35226b0-efaf-44e5-857b-8d9e3d77760d.webp?v=1790192333","url":"https:\/\/www.catholicfaithstore.com\/products\/saint-michael-sterling-silver-maltese-cross","provider":"Catholic Faith Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}