Wood Plaque Premium - La Conquistadora by B. Nippert

The oldest continuously venerated image of Mary in the U.S. arrived in Santa Fe in 1626 with Spanish Friars. Her country of origin is a mystery and she has had an adventurous life. Only 30 inches tall, she has a wardrobe that any royal woman would admire. Having been given dresses of silk and satin, numerous jewels and pearls as well as gold and silver necklaces, brooches, crosses and even earrings in thanksgiving for her loving patronage over the centuries. She stands in Saint Francis Cathedral, but she does not gather dust.