Saint Lucy Medal - Patron of the Blind and Eye Diseases
SKU: CM159Saint Lucy medal. The front of the medal depicts St. Lucy holding a dish with two eyes on it in one hand and a palm branch in her other hand. The eyes represent the popular devotion to her as protector of sight, because of her name, Lucia (from the Latin word "lux" which means "light" and the palm branch symbol of victory over evil. The reverse side is marked "Pray For Us".
She is the patron of authors, blind people, blindness, cutlers, dysentery, eye disease, eye problems, glaziers, hemorrhages, laborers, martyrs, peasants, saddlers, salesmen, stained glass workers, Syracuse, Sicily, throat infections, and writers.
Lucia of Syracuse (283–304), also known as Saint Lucy, or Saint Lucia (Italian: Santa Lucia), was a young Christian martyr who died during the Diocletianic Persecution. She is venerated as a saint by the Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and Orthodox Churches. She is one of eight women, who along with the Blessed Virgin Mary, are commemorated by name in the Canon of the Mass. Her feast day, known as Saint Lucy's Day, is celebrated in the West on 13 December.
Quantity: Sold in increments of one medal
Size: 1" long x 5/8" wide (25.4mm x 15.87mm)
Material: silver-plated metal alloy.
Important Note: All of our products are lead and cadmium free, and nickel safe. As they contain small parts, all items are for adult jewelry/craft making use only, not intended for children under the age of 15.
Order Processing:
Orders received before 2:00pm EST will almost always ship the same day. However, order processing time will depend on daily order volume. If we can't get it out the same day, it will definitely ship the next day! Orders ship from Willoughby, Ohio 44094.
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Domestic Shipping:
You have a choice to ship via USPS (United States Postal Service) or UPS (United Parcel Service). Tracking is included in the cost of shipping (your tracking number will be emailed to you as soon as your package ships).
For USPS shipping we offer three flat rate options. You can choose which works best for you during the checkout process.
USPS first-class flat rate shipping (2-4 Day) - $5.00
USPS Priority Mail flat rate shipping (2-3 Day) - $10.00
USPS Express Mail flat rate shipping (1-2 Day) - $30.00
Orders over $50 ship free in the USA if you choose USPS!
If you choose UPS as your shipping option the price will be calculated based on your address.
International Shipping Information:
All packages are shipped via USPS (United States Postal Service). Tracking and delivery confirmation are included in the cost of shipping (your tracking number will be emailed to you as soon as your package ships).
Canada: We offer two flat rate options for shipping. You can choose which works best for you during the checkout process. Your package will ship via USPS (United States Postal Service) until it arrives in Canada. It will then be delivered by Canada Post.
USPS first-class flat rate shipping (8-31 Day) - $11.50
USPS Priority Mail flat rate shipping (6-15 Day) - $38.95
Everywhere Else:
We are currently shipping to Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. We offer two shipping options, USPS and UPS, both include tracking.
For USPS shipping we offer one flat rate option:
USPS first-class international flat rate shipping (12-45 Days) - $14.95
If you choose UPS Worldwide® as your shipping option the price will be calculated at checkout based on the weight and your address.
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We cannot control shipments once they leave the shop, typically domestic packages are delivered within 2-5 business days, depending on your location. International packages are typically delivered within 6-45 days (sometimes longer, depending on your location). Please be advised that international orders do not have a guaranteed delivery date as they can be delayed in customs.