Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian were twins and early Christian martyrs born in Arabia in the 3rd century AD. They traveled together, practicing the art of healing and accepted no payment for their services, which led to their nickname, The Silverless. Their feast day was moved in 1969 from September 27th to September 26th and they are the patron saints of physicians and surgeons, and are sometimes represented with medical emblems. This sterling silver saint medal depicts Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian looking at each other, each presumably holding an item that helped them in their healing endeavors. The picture of the two of them, as well as their names encircling them, are slightly raised off of the front of the saint medal, while the back is completely bare, perfect for a special message to be engraved for the recipient. This inspirational saint medal comes on an 18 inch clasp chain and would be a perfect religious gift for anyone in the medical field, or anyone on a healing journey both physical and spiritual. Ready to wrap, this sterling silver St. Cosmas and St. Damian saint medal is made to last and will bring peace to the soul of every recipient.