St. Christopher has been one of the most popular saints since the middle ages. Legend has it that he carried the Christ Child on his back across a river. With each step, the child became more heavy and difficult to bear. When they reached the opposite shore, the child revealed himself as Jesus and told Christopher he had carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. Since then, St. Christopher has become the patron saint of automobiles, motorists, hazards of traveling, porters, sailors, travelers, truck drivers, bus drivers, and bachelors. This St. Christopher medal is about 1 inch in diameter. On the front of the medal is an image of St. Christopher with the words 'St. Christopher Protect Us' around the edge. The reverse side of the medal is blank, which allows for personalized engraving that we offer for $9.95. Click here for more details. The St. Christopher medal comes on an 18 inch, stainless steel chain with a clasp closure. The necklace is a great size for children over the age of 7 and most women. Our St. Christopher medal necklace comes packaged in a handsome hinged gift box.