Vintage Devotional Pocket Shrine Reliquary Figure of Mary with Children 1” c1940

Queen of the most Holy Rosary Pocket shrines, also known as travel shrines or devotional plaques, have a long history as portable objects of faith. These items allowed individuals to carry their devotions with them, especially during travel or times of hardship. They often depicted popular saints, biblical scenes, or Marian apparitions, serving as a focal point for prayer and meditation. This particular shrine appears to depict the Virgin Mary, possibly referencing the apparitions at Fatima, given the presence of children. The use of a metallic relief within a plastic casing suggests a production period likely in the mid-20th century, a time when plastics became more widely used in religious artifacts. Such items were popular souvenirs and devotional aids for pilgrims and the faithful.