He was convinced that it would preserve him from a violent death, and he always wore it around his neck." "I know the circumstances under which the amulet was given him," replied Deodati.

"I myself had some faith in this talisman, because it was the recompense of a good action; but we have no proof that the woman who gave it to Geronimo had any certain knowledge of its efficacy.

However, Mary, we will still hope.

Your sweet voice has mitigated my sorrow.

May my poor nephew be restored to me.