Saint Yves of Kermartin Medal Necklace – Patron Saint of Lawyers & the Poor
Saint Yves of Kermartin Medal Necklace – Patron Saint of Lawyers & the Poor
A judge who refused every bribe and gave away his own money to defend the people who couldn't afford a defense. Individually made to order in the USA, for anyone who believes justice shouldn't depend on what you can pay.
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Made in the USA
Made in the USA
Every Sanctum Medals piece is made to order in the United States. Your medal is not sitting in a warehouse. It is produced individually after you place your order, which is why it arrives with a quality and finish that mass-produced religious jewelry doesn't match.
Includes an elegant jewelry box
Includes an elegant jewelry box
Every order ships in an elegant jewelry box at no extra cost. Whether it's a gift or something you're keeping for yourself, it arrives the way it deserves to.
Exclusive Artwork
Exclusive Artwork
Custom-illustrated in-house, ensuring every saint's depiction is completely unique to our store.
Shipping
Shipping
Production takes 5 to 6 business days before shipping. If you are ordering for a specific date - a confirmation, a feast day, a birthday - place your order at least two weeks in advance to allow for production and delivery.
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Materials & Specifications
Materials & Specifications
- Available in stainless steel or 18k gold finish
- Black ink on metal surface sealed under shatterproof liquid glass coating
- Pendant: 0.9" x 0.9" (23.5mm x 23.5mm)
- Adjustable snake chain: 18" to 22" (45 to 56cm)
- Optional engraving on reverse: 2 lines, 20 characters per line, Tangerine cursive font
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Saint Yves of Kermartin, Patron Saint of Lawyers and the Poor
Yves was born in 1253 in Kermartin, Brittany, studied civil law in Paris and canon law in Orléans, and was ordained a priest in 1284. He served as an ecclesiastical judge known for delivering impartial verdicts, refusing bribes, and helping opposing parties settle disputes outside of court to spare them the cost. He became known as the "Advocate of the Poor," defending orphans, widows, and the destitute, personally covering their legal expenses and visiting them in prison. He died in 1303 and was canonized in 1347.
A Gift For...
- A lawyer, judge, or law student
- Someone who advocates for others without expecting anything back
- A person entering the legal profession with real conviction about justice
- Anyone who values fairness over convenience
A Confirmation Gift for Yves
This medal suits a young person drawn to fairness, the kind who argues for the underdog before anyone asks them to. His namesake saint spent his whole legal career proving that justice and generosity aren't opposites. Consider engraving a Confirmation date with a short word like "justice" or "advocate."
The Saint Yves of Kermartin Medal
The medal shows Saint Yves in judge's robes, holding a purse in one hand, referencing the money he gave away to the poor, and a rolled legal document in the other, referencing his role as an ecclesiastical judge. 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.
Personalization and Engraving
Add up to two lines of custom engraving to the back of the medal, in a flowing Tangerine cursive font, 20 characters max per line. A bar exam date, a law school graduation date, or a name all suit him well.
Saint Yves's feast day is celebrated May 19th, still marked with a pilgrimage tradition in his native Brittany known as the "Grand Pardon."
FAQ
How long does production take?
Each medal is made to order in the USA. Production takes 5-6 business days before shipping. If you need it for a birthday, confirmation, or any specific occasion, order at least two weeks in advance to be safe.
What does the engraving look like?
The reverse is engraved in Tangerine cursive — an elegant, flowing script. You get two lines, up to 20 characters each. Names, dates, short quotes. The engraving is laser-etched directly into the metal, not printed.
Is the chain included?
Yes. Every medal ships on an 18-22" adjustable snake chain in the same finish as the medal - stainless steel or 18k gold. No need to source a chain separately.
Are the medals hypoallergenic?
Yes. Both options are made from medical-grade 316 stainless steel. The 18k gold finish is applied over that same 316 stainless steel base. Safe for sensitive skin.
How durable is the coating?
Each medal is hand-sealed with a shatterproof liquid glass coating poured directly over the surface. It protects the artwork from scratches and moisture without dulling the detail or altering the color. It's designed to be worn daily, not kept in a drawer.
What's your return policy on engraved orders?
Because every medal is custom-made to order, engraved pieces cannot be returned unless there's a defect or error on our part. If anything arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us and we'll make it right.
I love the feel and the look of this medal. 10/10 would definitely buy from this store again!
Beautiful. A bit daintier than I was expecting, which is actually a positive thing! Really lovely and the inscription looks great. Will be a wonderful gift for a devout catholic friend that just passed the bar exam. ❤️
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I love the feel and the look of this medal. 10/10 would definitely buy from this store again!
Beautiful. A bit daintier than I was expecting, which is actually a positive thing! Really lovely and the inscription looks great. Will be a wonderful gift for a devout catholic friend that just passed the bar exam. ❤️