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Our Lady of Mount Carmel is one of Spain's most revered devotions, and her medal is the most sought-after in our shop. If you're thinking of buying or giving one, we'll help you choose.
1. Medal or scapular
The medal features an image of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The scapular is her traditional sign, and today it is also worn in the form of a medal-scapular, a piece of jewelry for everyday wear. If you're unsure, read the history of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the scapular and browse our scapulars.
2. Natural pearl: the classic that never fails
A natural pearl is pure light and elegance, and each one has its own unique shape. It's the perfect choice for a baptism, a First Communion, or for anyone looking for something timeless.
Our Our Lady of Mount Carmel medal with pearls, ready to give as a gift
3. Natural stones: color with meaning
Amethyst, lapis lazuli, or unakite give the medal a very personal color. Each stone is different, so your medal will be unique.
More Our Lady of Mount Carmel medals
Pearls and pearl-white enamel
Turquoise enamel and pearl
Lilac enamel and fluorite
With topaz
With olivine
Lime
4. Who is it for?
- For a Carmen, Mamen, or Maricarmen, on July 16.
- For someone who lives near the sea: Our Lady of Mount Carmel is Stella Maris, patroness of sailors.
- For a baptism or First Communion, as a first medal.
- For you: we always wear a medal.
5. How to wear it
All come with a gold-plated chain. If you want it to stand out even more, pair it with a pearl or natural stone necklace.
Facts you can check
- The first Carmelites lived on Mount Carmel, imitating the prophet Elijah, the great hermit of that mountain. From that life of prayer comes the name of Our Lady «of Mount Carmel». Source
- In 1562, Saint Teresa of Avila founded the convent of San José in Avila, her first foundation. Her church later served as a model for Carmelite churches. Source
- On September 27, 1970, Pope Paul VI proclaimed Saint Teresa of Avila a Doctor of the Church: she was the first woman to receive that title. Source
- Every July 16, the Spanish Navy takes its ships to many maritime processions with the image of Our Lady of Mount Carmel on board. Source
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