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Finally, spring and the beautiful days will arrive, and with them their batch of invitations inviting you to celebrate happy events such as births, weddings and christenings.
You have had the honor of being designated as a Godparent, and accepted the responsibility of accompanying your godchild throughout his or her spiritual or republican life? Lepage invites you to discover a lovely selection of 18k gold jewelry suitable for babies and children.
Secular or religious baptism
Whether civil or religious, a baptism is an important milestone in the life of a newborn child, symbolizing his or her entrance into a community. Traditionally, it is customary for the godfather or godmother to offer a medal to the child for this occasion, a first piece of jewelry rich in meaning, which will allow you to bond for life.
The christening bracelet as for it is generally offered rather at the birth of the child, and the Christian Cross during his communion. However, nothing prevents you from giving it as a gift at the baptism if the baby has already received a medal!
It is also quite possible to offer the mother a birth jewel such as a bracelet or a medal.
Medal for a little boy or girl
For a religious baptism, although some prefer to give a medal adorned with the Virgin Mary to a little girl, and adorned with the Christ Child to a little boy, there is no gender rule as to which design should be on the jewelry. Dove of Peace, Cherub, Patron Saint, Angel, Virgin Mary, Christ, Christian Cross, Lamb ... There is no shortage of motifs strong in meaning, and it is rather a story of personal taste that will guide you in choosing the model.
Designed to accompany its wearer throughout his life, each representation embodies a strong idea: protection, love, guidance, purity, courage ... Offered at the end of the ceremony, it can be blessed by the priest.
For a civil baptism, one might turn to a design with symbolic values such as the Tree of Life, representing growth and strength, a starry sky embodying finding one's way and never feeling lost, or a heart, a symbol of unconditional and infinite love.
Choose the material and diameter of the pendant
Size and shape
The 18 millimeter diameter (which is similar to the size of a 2 cent coin) is the most popular, but medals of all sizes exist! From 12 to more than 30 millimeters, you can choose the size that will suit you best.
Generally, a baptismal medal is round, but there are also variants that are a little more original such as oval, square, rectangular pendants, or even in the specific shape of a heart, cloud... The choice is wide!
The material
When it comes to the choice of material, it is again a matter of personal taste, with many options available to you.
To continue the tradition, the most classic choice will certainly take you to a yellow gold jewelry. At Lepage, we only offer creations in 18k gold, the finest quality gold available.
There are, however, more original medals made of mother-of-pearl, whose iridescent colors are revealed with each movement. White gold, rose gold and silver are also options available, free to turn to what you like and will be likely to please the child when he grows up.
The Chain
Finally, the chain you choose to support the jewelry also matters. In order for it to be strong enough, it is advisable to opt for a chain that is at least the same weight as the pendant.
The Lepage chain that we offer to accompany your medals is a diamond chain, it catches every shine of light and shines nicely as it rolls across the skin.
Customization: engraving a unique message
In order to personalize the piece of jewelry you choose to give, don't hesitate to ask for the engraving of the message of your choice.
On the reverse side of the medal or on the length of the curb chain, you can have the child's first name written as well as his or her date of birth or date of baptism. This will make it a unique gift, which the little blonde head will keep throughout his or her life, as proof of the unbreakable bond that unites you.
Find out about our christening and birth selection
Intergenerational and timeless, the baptismal medal is therefore one of the most meaningful pieces of jewelry to give. It has been worn against the skin and close to the heart for thousands of years, so it is important to pay special attention to its choice. We hope this article can help you do just that!
Do not hesitate to contact our jewelry sales consultants to be accompanied during your purchase if you want more details on our medals models*.
Discover our birth & baptism selection without delay!
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*Our stores are located in Lille, Rouen and Le Havre, you can find all the opening hours on our website, or contact us directly by phone at 0320120404.
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