St. Maurus 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 One of St. Benedict's first followers, Maurus rescued St. Placidus from drowning by walking on the water. It is said that he was given the gift of miracles from God, and several legends grew from this. He was made abbot of Monte Cassino and cured several brethren of their afflictions.