Our Lady of Africa Custom Bangle

Made with rhodium-plated or gold-plated hand-wrapped wire bangles and Sterling Silver or 14kt Gold-Filled charm-size (1/2 x 1/4 inch) patron saint medals.A bronze statue of the Virgin Mary was given to the French by the people of Algiers, wanting it to be the protectress of Mohammedans and the Algiers natives. Cardinal Lavigiers built a Basilica in Algiers, which contained the statue. The Basilica and the statue came to be called Our Lady of Africa. Lame, blind and crippled were miraculously healed, and sailors sought protection from the seas.

Patronage: Africa
Feast Day: April 30

All Bliss saint medal products are handmade in Rhode Island at every stage of production and include a lifetime manufacturer guarantee against tarnish or damage.

Brand: Catholic Inspirations