{"product_id":"saint-michael-the-archangel-medal-necklace","title":"Saint Michael the Archangel Medal Necklace – Patron Saint of Police Officers, Soldiers \u0026 Protectors","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Michael the Archangel, Patron of Police Officers, Soldiers, and Protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael is one of only three archangels named in scripture, described in the Book of Revelation leading the heavenly armies against the dragon and casting him down to earth. His name, meaning \"Who is like God,\" has functioned for centuries as both his identity and his battle cry against pride and evil. Catholic tradition holds him as the protector of the Church itself, and Pope Leo XIII composed the Saint Michael Prayer in 1886 specifically asking for his defense \"against the wickedness and snares of the devil.\" He's invoked today as the formal patron of police officers, firefighters, and paramedics, along with soldiers and anyone whose work puts them between danger and the people they protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gift For...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA police officer, firefighter, or paramedic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA soldier, veteran, or anyone entering military service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomeone starting a difficult fight, literal or otherwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA person who wants a daily reminder of protection and courage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone drawn to Michael's role as defender against evil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Confirmation Gift for Michael\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael remains one of the most common Confirmation names chosen specifically for this reason, a saint whose whole identity is standing firm against opposition. Engraved with a Confirmation date, it gives a young person heading into adulthood a daily reminder that courage and protection go hand in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint Michael Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal shows Michael in full armor, sword raised overhead, standing triumphant over a defeated demon beneath his feet. The natural gold or silver of the metal forms the illustration itself. Black ink is applied to the pendant surface and the metal shows through as the image. A shatterproof liquid glass coating seals the surface. The result has a depth and precision that printed medals don't achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalization and Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a name, date, or short phrase in Tangerine cursive font, up to two lines, 20 characters per line. Fitting options: \"Protect and Defend,\" a duty or Confirmation date, or a name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint Michael's feast day is September 29th\u003c\/strong\u003e, shared with fellow archangels Gabriel and Raphael on the Feast of the Archangels, and he's also honored separately on May 8th in some traditions marking a historic apparition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Devotions for Protection and Courage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Soldiers and Athletes: Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-sebastian-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Sebastian Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, a Roman soldier himself and patron of military service and endurance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Messengers and Communication: Explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-gabriel-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Gabriel the Archangel Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, fellow archangel and patron of messengers and communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Healing and Journeys: Discover the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-raphael-medal-necklace\"\u003eSaint Raphael the Archangel Medal\u003c\/a\u003e, fellow archangel and patron of travelers and healing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/collections\/catholic-patron-saint-medals\"\u003eCatholic Patron Saint Medals\u003c\/a\u003e collection for more saints connected to strength, protection, and courage under pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sanctum Medals","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ No","offer_id":53668202742096,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ Yes","offer_id":53668202774864,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ No","offer_id":53668202807632,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18k Gold Finish \/ Yes","offer_id":53668202840400,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/7852\/6032\/files\/Saint-Michael-Medal-Gold-frontview.jpg?v=1789979460","url":"https:\/\/sanctummedals.com\/products\/saint-michael-the-archangel-medal-necklace","provider":"Sanctum Medals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}