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authentic, highly collectible vintage 1960s Saint Christopher \"Surfer Medal.\" This double-sided medallion is a beautiful piece of mid-century surf culture and counter-culture history.## Item Details & Features:
* **Front Design:** Features traditional Catholic iconography of Saint Christopher carrying the Christ Child across a river, surrounded by the embossed text: *\"SAINT CHRISTOPHER PROTECT US.\"*
* **Reverse Design:** Features a raised-relief sculpture of a traditional 1960s longboard surfer riding a wave.
* **Composition:** Solid heavyweight metal (appears to be brass or bronze with a rich natural alloy tone). It is non-magnetic.
* **Style:** All-metal pressing variant (highly sought after by collectors compared to the more common colorful enamel versions of the era).## Condition Report:
This medal is in honest, well-traveled vintage condition. It features a stunning, authentic dark pocket patina and heavy surface wear from decades of handling. The details on the surfer and the text have been naturally smoothed over time, giving it an incredible \"salty\" aesthetic that collectors highly prize. The bail loop is solid and fully intact, ready to be added to a chain, key ring, or displayed in a collection.*Please see the macro photos for an accurate look at the beautiful weathering, patina, and exact condition details.*