- Saint Roch oval medal pendant
- Solid .925 sterling silver
- Detail depicts him kneeling with a dog by his side holding a staff.
- Saint Roch is the Patron Saint of invalids, plague stricken, and epidemics.
- Medal is die struck
- Hand polished and engraved by skilled New England craftsmen
- Dimensions: 0.9″ x 0.6″ (22mm x 14mm)
- Weight of medal: 1.9 grams
- 24″ 316 Surgical stainless steel endless curb chain
- Made in USA
- Deluxe velvet gift box
Saint Roch was a 14th-century French pilgrim and healer who is known for his protection against the plague. He is often depicted as a pilgrim with a dog, which is said to have licked his wounds and saved his life. He is the patron saint of plague victims, dogs, and travelers.
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