St. Mary Magdalene of Canossa Custom MedalAvailable in Sterling Silver, 14kt Yellow Gold, and 14kt Gold Filled. Three sizes to choose from: Large: 1 x 3 4 inch Standard: 3 4 x 1 2 inch Charm: 1 2 x 1 4 inch Mary was convinced of her religious purpose after witnessing the suffering of the poor and wanting to help them. Needing to operate without restrictions, she founded the Congregation of the Daughters of Charity, specializing with suffering children. Her Order spread to other Italian cities