Hildegard of Bingen: Patron of Writers, Composers, Women Physicians and Medical Students; Handmade Pendant/Necklace

Description

I design, carve, and cast the medals myself. The medals are made of lead-free pewter and have designs on both sides. The medal comes on either an 18-inch or 24-inch chain with a lobster clasp. (You can indicate which length you like when you order.) Each necklace comes in a felt jewelry pouch with a history card that states: "St. Hildegard (1098-1179), an abbess and foundress of a Benedictine community, was also 'an author and theologian; prophet and preacher; musician and composer; poet and artist; doctor and pharmacist.' Throughout her life she had a series of visions that she described in her illustrated book Scivias. The visions show human beings, the universe, and all creatures as 'sparks' of God’s love. Her poetry and music are further expressions of this vision. She also wrote two treatises on medicine and 'stands as one of the great figures in the history of women in medicine.' This medal, which shows her receiving illumination, was handmade at In the Company of Saints." The pendant alone, without the chain, is available in a separate listing. (Search for “Hildegard” here in our shop, and it will come up). If you have any problems with the piece, please let us know, and we’ll resolve the matters as quickly as we can. We try our best to do unto others....