Mater Admirabilis Medal

In 1844 Rome, Pauline Perdrau painted the Virgin Mary on watercolor and it became known as Mater Admirabilis. The painting was made for the sisters of the Sacred Heart and blessed by Pope Pius IX. Mater Admirabilis means "Mother Most Admirable." Today, Mater remains a symbol for Sacred Heart schools worldwide. Her feast day is celebrated on October 20th and associated with wearing pink. 

Purchase the Mater Admirabilis Medal for graduation, reunion, or sacramental gifts. May be worn as a charm, necklace pendant, and more. 

All medals have been blessed by a St. Louis Archdiocesan priest. 

The Mater Admirabilis Medal is available in silver plated (large only - a base of non-precious metal with a thin layer of silver over it), sterling silver (92.5% pure silver), vermeil (base sterling silver with a layer of gold over it), and 14K gold (58.3% pure gold). 

The small medal measures 0.75" X 1". The large medal measures 1.125" X 1.5". 

The small Mater Admirabilis Medal is able to be engraved on the back side. The large Mater Admirabilis Medal is not able to be engraved. Please contact your local jeweler for more information. 

Please note, if the medal is sold out and you would like to order, please click here to special order.