Traditional Catholic Sacrament Certificates and Keepsakes

First made available on greeting cards and invitations for Catholic betrothals and weddings, by popular demand we are reproducing the certificate in 8”x10” and 11”x14” for married couples. Whether celebrating an upcoming wedding, significant anniversary, or simply as a beautiful Christmas gift, the true vintage artwork makes a meaningful gift for many.

Our Catholic Sacrament certificates are true antiques lovingly preserved, restored, and reproduced to bring the same 19th century Sacred Art into your 21st century home.

Limited quantities of framed and un-framed “Memorial of Marriage” certificates will be available in November 2026. Subscribe to our email list to be the first to know and receive an exclusive pre-order discount.

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Antique Catholic Sacrament Certificates

by Gallitzin Press

  • Yes! Gallitzin Press sources genuine antique Catholic certificates and historical Sacred Art, which are carefully preserved, digitally restored, and reproduced. Our reproductions retain the beauty and character of the original artwork while making these historic designs available to a new generation of Catholic families.

  • Our collection currently includes vintage Catholic wedding certificates and First Holy Communion certificates. Each design celebrates an important occasion in the sacramental life of the Church and makes a meaningful keepsake for individuals and families.

  • A Catholic wedding certificate is a commemorative keepsake celebrating the Sacrament of Matrimony. It makes a beautiful addition to a couple's wedding day, a thoughtful gift for newlyweds, or a meaningful way to commemorate a wedding anniversary. Our vintage designs feature historical Catholic artwork and provide a beautiful reminder of the sacredness of marriage.

  • Our Catholic wedding certificates are offered in 8×10 and 11×14 inch formats. Please refer to the individual product listing for available sizes and options.

  • We are currently offering one bronze colored frame, which will fit the 8”×10” certificate with an included mat, or will fit the 11”x14” certificate without utilizing the mat.

  • No. The original antique certificates serve as the source artwork for our restored reproductions. The artwork is carefully scanned and digitally prepared before being professionally reproduced, preserving the historical design without compromising the original antique.

  • The certificates which we offer were originally printed as lithographs. The colors are stunning, even on the reproductions, which we have carefully scanned at 600 dpi, a very high resolution.

  • You can show this certificate to your priest and ask if it would be suitable to be used officially. Otherwise, it will serve as a commemorative keepsake.

  • We will! Our collection includes restored vintage First Holy Communion certificate designs. These make meaningful keepsakes for children receiving their First Holy Communion and thoughtful gifts from parents, grandparents, godparents, and other family members. Join our email list to be the first to know when these are available.

  • Our standard wedding certificates feature designated spaces for you to fill in the appropriate names and ceremony details. For families who would prefer a fully personalized certificate, Gallitzin Press also offers custom certificate commissions starting at $130, including customized wording, individual design preparation, and digital proofs.

  • Yes! Select certificates are available framed or unframed. The framed option makes a particularly lovely wedding or First Communion gift and allows the certificate to be displayed and preserved as a family keepsake. Availability may vary by design and size.

  • Absolutely! A vintage Catholic certificate makes a thoughtful and distinctive gift for newlyweds, couples celebrating an anniversary, or children receiving their First Holy Communion. With their historical Sacred Art and timeless designs, these certificates are intended to be treasured for years to come.

  • For custom wedding certificate commissions or questions about a particular design, please contact Gallitzin Press through our website. We would be delighted to discuss creating a personalized keepsake for your family.

Traditional Catholic Sacrament Keepsakes

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