Vintage St Ann Medal Silvertone St Ann's Church Wildwood New Jersey

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Vintage St Ann Medal Silvertone St Ann's Church Wildwood New Jersey.  7/8" dia.
The name 'Anne' derives from Hebrew. 'Hannah' meaning 'grace.
Tradition refers to
St. Ann
as being the mother of Virgin Mary.
In Western iconography,
Saint Ann
patron of mothers is recognized by a red robe and green mantle. She often holds a book. Images picture Anne holding a small Mary who in turn holds an infant Christ.
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