VINTAGE 1960s St. Christopher Surfer Medal Double Sided Blue Green Japan Enamel For Sale

Title:** Vintage 1960s/1970s St. Christopher Surfer Medal - Rare Double-Sided (Blue & Green Enamel) - Made in Japan **Description:** Up for sale is a highly collectible, authentic vintage 1960s/1970s Saint Christopher "Surfer" Medal. This is a rare, scarcer double-sided variant featuring vibrant, translucent royal blue enamel on one side and grass green enamel on the other. During the 1960s California surf craze, these protective traveler tokens exploded in popularity among swimmers, surfers, and beachgoers, often traded between couples. **Key Features:** * **Design:** Double-sided enamel with "SAINT CHRISTOPHER PROTECT US" text bordering a detailed relief of St. Christopher carrying the Christ child. * **Colors:** Translucent Royal Blue (Side A) / Translucent Grass Green (Side B) with a solid white enamel outer ring on both sides. * **Origin:** Stamped "JAPAN" on the top bail loop, confirming its period-accurate provenance. * **Material:** Silver-tone base costume metal with high-quality enamel work. **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition! Unlike many surf medals from this era, the enamel on both sides is completely intact with no major chips, cracks, or deep gouges. The white border is clean, and the translucent colors catch the light beautifully. There is minor, age-appropriate metal patina/tarnishing on the outer edges and loop, giving it a fantastic authentic vintage look. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to assess condition for yourself. **Shipping:** Ships securely packaged to ensure the enamel stays protected during transit.