abstract:The Miraculous Medal (), also known as the Medal of the Immaculate Conception, is a medal, the design of which was originated by Saint Catherine Labouré following her reported vision of the Blessed Virgin MaryAnn Ball, 2003 Encyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices ISBN 0-87973-910-X page 356Mark Miravalle, 1993, Introduction to Mary ISBN 978-1-882972-06-7, pages 190-191 and made by goldsmith Adrien Vachette.