Sterling silver is crafted into a round, disc shape and then fashioned with an image the Archangel Michael trampling Satan. The image of St. Michael has a polished finish; the background is
matte-finished. The polished, silver border of the medal reads "Saint Michael" at the top and "Pray for us" at the base. This medal is available in 3 sizes: 18, 22 and 24.75mm; each size includes a sterling silver chain. Select the larger size (22-24.75mm) from the "Select Size" menu. The price is shown for the 22mm medal; the 24.75mm is an additional $8. To view this medal in 14K gold, see our
St. Michael Medals in Yellow or White Gold #8152. Michael medal.
St. Michael is viewed in some traditions as the patron saint of policemen, mariners and those who are in battle. In the Orthodox Church, he is known as the Commander of the Heavenly hosts:
"O ye foremost of the Heavenly hosts, we who are unworthy beseech thee, by thy petitions, encompass us with the shadow of thine immaterial glory, preserving us who kneel and cry ceaselessly: Deliver us from oppression, since ye are the princes of dominions on high."
an Orthodox hymn to the archangels.
| St. Michael Medals in Sterling Silver |
| Diameter, excluding bail approx. |
Silver
weight includes chain |
Chain Length |
| 18mm 1" |
5.23g |
18" |
| 22mm 7/8" |
11.65g |
24" |
| 24.75mm 1" |
12.71g |
24" |