St. Martin de Porres Round Sterling Silver Medal Necklace – HMH

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A healer who saw no distinction between rich and poor. St. Martin de Porres — a Dominican lay brother in 17th-century Lima who devoted his life to caring for the sick, the poor, and the marginalized — is patron saint of mixed-race people, barbers, innkeepers, public health workers, and those who work for racial harmony. He is honored in this beautifully detailed round sterling silver medal, handcrafted from solid .925 sterling silver by skilled American artisans. The medal depicts St. Martin holding a crucifix, a symbol of his deep contemplative life and his service to Christ in the suffering.

  • Round St. Martin de Porres medal depicting him holding a crucifix, in solid .925 sterling silver
  • Medal dimensions: 0.9" x 0.7" (22mm x 18mm), weight: 3.3 grams
  • 20" 316 surgical stainless steel curb chain — hypoallergenic and rust-resistant
  • Presented in a deluxe velvet gift box (color may vary)
  • Made in the USA by HMH Religious

A meaningful Catholic gift for healthcare workers, those who serve the poor, baptisms, Confirmation, or anyone with a devotion to St. Martin de Porres.

Saint Martin de Porres

Saint Martin de Porres, born in Peru in 1579, is best known for promoting racial harmony and public services, including education and healthcare. His patronage of multiracial individuals stems from his background as the illegitimate son of a Spanish aristocrat and a freed African-American slave. He is honored as the Patron Saint of African Americans, Public Education, and TV, with his feast day celebrated on November 3rd.