From The Manufacturer From The Manufacturer Die-Struck Manufacturing Made in the USA We are often asked "What is Die-Striking" and "Why does it matter?" To put it simply, it is the old way of making jewelry that is not widely used in today's day and age. The manufacturer creates each item individually which makes an heirloom quality item and ensures you are getting the highest quality, precise details, and superior durability. Two custom crafted pieces of steel, the hub (male) and the master die (female) are struck together with the gold or silver between them to gently form the desired shape using as much as 50 tons of pressure. This immense amount of pressure makes the jewelry highly dense and therefore very durable. Heirloom Quality Religious Jewelry Over the years we've found that our customers desire fine religious jewelry that could last a lifetime. This is why we're committed to providing heirloom quality religious jewelry that is durable enough to withstand every day wear and tear and can eventually be passed down to future generations. At Cathedral Collection we pride ourselves on the details and quality of our products that make our customers embrace their faith with the ones they love. 925 Sterling Silver Saint Christopher Pendant Medal Those who wear a Saint Christopher medal are paying respect and hoping for his blessing on their travels. In addition to being the patron saint of travelers, Saint Christopher is believed to protect people from epilepsy, lightning, storms, pestilence, and floods.