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An Authentic, Minimalist Orthodox Votive Offering — Traditional Embossed Woman Design for Protection and Altar Supplication
Honor your sacred promises, express targeted prayers, or show deep gratitude with our traditional Tama Votive Offering Woman Metal Plaque. Measuring a slender 12 x 4.5 cm in a classic vertical orientation, this classic gold-tone ex-voto (τάμα) features a beautifully executed, high-relief embossed woman figure. It is a time-honored ecclesiastical symbol traditionally used by the faithful to petition for a woman's well-being, family protection, or as a holy shield over a mother, daughter, or wife.
Embossed Woman Motif: Features a high-visibility, raised metal depiction of a woman wearing a traditional dress, set against a classic textured, stippled background that reflects the warm light of church candles and vigil lamps.
Traditional Byzantine Scrollwork: The clean vertical rectangular border is framed internally with elegant, stylized gold-tone corner flourishes, preserving an authentic monastic aesthetic.
Pre-Drilled Hanging Hole: Kept in its purest traditional form without added ribbons or charms, the plaque features a small, clean pre-punched hole at the top center. This allows you to easily thread your own choice of ribbon, cord, or metal wire to hang it directly onto holy icons or vigil lamp chains.
Lightweight & Durable Structure: Stamped from a high-quality, lightweight gold-colored metal alloy that maintains its bright luster without placing weight stress on icon frames or velvet church cloths.
The Time-Honored Custom of Tamata
In the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, a Tama is a deeply personal votive offering suspended directly from miraculous icons, altar railings, or hanging vigil lamps (kandilia). These sacred objects serve as physical extensions of an unceasing prayer rule—either offered as a humble plea during times of personal trial, or presented in joyful thanksgiving when a prayer is answered. This radiant gold-tone piece perfectly bridges ancient monastic humility with personal devotion.
Dimensions & Specifications:
Height: 12 cm (4.72 inches)
Width: 4.5 cm (1.77 inches)
Material Base: 100% Premium Thin Gold-Tone Metal Alloy
Mounting Feature: Pre-punched top hole (Ready for your own hanging ribbon or wire)
Application: Votive offering for Orthodox icons, blessing token for women, or addition to a home altar (eikonostasi)
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