Purchased about 40 years ago during a visit to Assisi. It's a miniature of the San Damiano Cross. This cross is known for Saint Francis of Assisi praying before it. Details: Type: This item is a small San Damiano Cross medal (charm) with a safety pin and ring attached. Historical Background: An icon (sacred image) created in Umbria, Italy, between the late 11th and early 12th centuries, strongly influenced by Byzantine art. Features: The cross depicts not only Jesus Christ in the center, but also the Virgin Mary, Saint John the Apostle, John the Baptist, and other patron saints of Umbria. Thank you for looking.