{"product_id":"greek-orthodox-long-soldier-tamata-military-ex-voto-silver-plaque-4-5x12cm-1-77x4-72in","title":"Tama votive offering Soldier votive colored Silver, Byzantine Greek  Eastern Orthodox Promise Icon, Ex Voto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Sacred Shield of Divine Protection — Authentic Silver-Toned Long Soldier Tamata (Greek Orthodox Military Ex-Voto Metal Plaque)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInvoke heavenly defense and absolute safety for your loved ones serving on the front lines with our \u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Silver-Toned Long Soldier Tamata\u003c\/strong\u003e. This traditional Greek military ex-voto plaque features a distinctive elongated, slender shape measuring \u003cstrong\u003e4.5 cm (1.77 inches) in width\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e12 cm (4.72 inches) in length\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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