Vintage Latin Medal of Isidore De Loor. The front depicts an image of Isidore surrounded by the Latin words “Servus Dei Fr. Isidorus C.P.” which translates to “The servant of God Fr. Isidore C.P.” The reverse side of the medal has the Passionists Insignia. The medal shows definite signs of and wear and is worn smooth in areas (please see all photos and use the zoom feature). It is a lightweight metal, possibly aluminum that was brass plated.
The Passionists (Latin: Congregatio Passionis Iesu Christi) are a Roman Catholic religious institute founded by Saint Paul of the Cross with a special emphasis on the Passion of Jesus Christ. Professed members use the initials C.P. after their names. A known symbol of the congregation is the labeled emblem of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, surmounted by a cross and is often sewn into the clothing attire of its congregants (seen on the reverse side of the medal).
Isidore De Loor, C.P., also known as Isidore of Saint Joseph, was a Belgian lay brother of the Passionist Congregation, born on April 18, 1881, in Vrasene, Belgium; died October 6, 1916, at Kortrijk, Belgium. He was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1984.
Measurements:
3/4″ in diameter (not including the bail) 19mm