Description
They are shiny and nice, although carrying some tiny spots or colorful toning acquired by the metal gradually over time, called "patina". Issued by -- Catholic Relief Services........token was originally affixed to a card reading, as follows...."Angel of God, My guardian dear, To whom His love, Commits me here, Ever this day, Be at my side, To light and guard, To rule and guide." The token is no longer affixed to the card. The tokens are beautiful, & would grade Extra Fine or above, if it was a coin. CRS recommends that people,who acquire the token, "Keep this guardian angel as a reminder of the children you help." The token is about the size of a US quarter and made of an alloy of brass or aluminum, *** Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas, motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching, acting to: •Promote human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies; and, •Serve Catholics in the United States as they live their faith in solidarity with their brothers and sisters around the world. As part of the universal mission of the Catholic Church, CRS works with local, national and international Catholic institutions and structures, as well as other organizations, to assist people on the basis of need, not creed, race or nationality. The tokens available for purchase, are pictured in photo.
