Saint Sebastian oval medal that depicts the saint on the front and "Pray For Us" on the back. This detailed die-cast medal is made in the region of Italy that produces the finest quality medals in the world. St. Sebastian is the patron saint of endurance, archers, athletes, doctors, hardware pin-makers, the police, and soldiers; invoked against the plague. His feast day is January 20th. As a protector from the bubonic plague, Sebastian was formerly one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. Size: 1" long x 5/8" wide (25.4mm x 15.87mm) Material: zamac base with oxidized silver plate. Made in Italy. 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. Do you need a necklace chain or bracelet to go along with your new medal? Check out what we have to offer here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallDevotionsSupply?section_id=25445630