Medals of the Virgin of Covadonga
The Virgin of Covadonga, La Santina, is the patron saint of Asturias. She is venerated in the Holy Cave of Covadonga, in Cangas de Onís, and her feast day is September 8, Asturias Day.
Our Virgin of Covadonga medals and pendants are our own designs and are handmade in Spain with pearls, natural stones, and 18K gold plating. They come with their chain and gift-wrapped.
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What the Virgin of Covadonga medal means
For Asturians, La Santina is the mother who waits at home. According to tradition, Pelayo and his followers took refuge in the cave and entrusted themselves to the Virgin before the Battle of Covadonga, around 722. That is why her medal unites faith, family, and homeland. It is not an amulet: it is a reminder of faith that you wear.
La Santina and Covadonga
The image of the Virgin is in the Holy Cave, above the waterfall, and next to it stands the Basilica of Covadonga, consecrated in 1901. It is one of the most visited Marian shrines in Spain and a place of pilgrimage for Asturians from home and abroad. We tell you about it in the history of the Virgin of Covadonga.
How to choose your Virgin of Covadonga medal
- With pearls: the Virgin of Covadonga medal with pearls is the most classic. Also with blue or pearlescent white enamel.
- With natural stones: lapis lazuli, fluorite, turquoise, amazonite, amethyst, garnet, or rubies.
- With ruby and sapphire: for those looking for a piece with more color.
They are oval, made of zamak with 18K gold plating, and come with a 40 cm gold-plated chain with a 5 cm extender, ready to wear as a pendant. The stones are natural and the enamels are applied by hand: each piece is unique.
Who to give it to
- Anyone from Asturias or who has family there, and especially anyone who lives far away: it is one of our gifts from your homeland.
- A Covadonga or a Santina on her feast day, September 8.
- For a baptism, a First Communion, or a wedding in Asturias.
- To your mother or grandmother, as a meaningful gift.
If it is a gift, we send it wrapped and with a free handwritten card with your message.
Handmade in Spain
Marian and I design each medal, and we make it by hand in Spain with the workshops and enamel artists we work with. Khartes's own design: you will not find these medals in any other store.
Frequently asked questions about the Virgin of Covadonga medal
Why is she called La Santina?
It is the affectionate name that Asturians use for the Virgin of Covadonga, their patron saint.
When is the feast day of the Virgin of Covadonga?
September 8, which is also Asturias Day.
Are the medals made of gold?
They are made of zamak with 18K gold plating and come with a gold-plated chain: the shine of gold in a piece of jewelry to wear every day or give as a gift.
How long does shipping take?
It usually arrives in 24-72 hours, with free shipping from €65 to the mainland and Balearic Islands, and always gift-wrapped at no extra cost.
