Round St. Christopher Medals in Yellow or White Gold #8179
Fashioned in solid 14K gold, this round, St. Christopher medal features the Saint with his staff, carrying the Christ-child through water. He is depicted with his hand raised in blessing. It's center is matte-finished; the border is polished and reads "Protect Us". Can be purchased as either yellow or white in seven sizes: 15, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29 and 33mm. Select color from selection boxes above (the 23, 25, 29 and 33mm sizes are available in yellow only). See this design also as our Sterling Silver Medal #8180 and Hollow, 14K Gold Medallion #8181.
St. Christopher (3rd century) is known by many as the protector of travelers. Some traditions say that he was a man of great strength whose livelihood was carrying people across a raging river - he is said to have carried the child Christ across one day. A martyr for Christ, his feast day is celebrated on May 9.
| St. Christopher Medals in Yellow or White Gold | |
| Diameter, excluding bail (approx.) | Gold weight |
| 15mm (9/16") | 1.25g |
| 18mm (11/16") | 2.05g |
| 20mm (3/4") | 2.49g |
| 23mm (7/8") yellow gold only | 4.74g |
| 25mm (1") yellow gold only | 5.48g |
| 29mm (1-1/8") yellow gold only | 8.24g |
| 33mm (1-5/16") yellow gold only | 10.14g |
