Mexican Milagro Tin Cross ~ Sacred Heart

Height: 205mm

width: 150mm

This captivating collection, featuring lead-free paints and authentic Mexican craftsmanship, celebrates the unique blend of indigenous and European influences, making each piece a treasured symbol of creativity and resilience.

These wooden/tin folk art pieces often feature tin figures which are nailed into the design called Milagros. 

The word Milagro in Spanish means “miracle” or “surprise” and people in the past and present use them as symbols to wish others good luck, good health, and hope for the future.

Milagros (also known as an ex-voto or dijes or promesas) are religious folk charms that are traditionally used for healing purposes and altars. They bring protection and good luck to the home

Here are some of the qualities assigned to common milagros:

• Heart: love, joy, longing, passion, worry.
• Arm: work, strength, touch, embrace.
• Leg: strength, support, movement, travel.
• Hand: work, strength, creativity, creation, help.
• Eyes: vision, insight, intuition, vigilance.