St. Benedict Rosary 7mm Black Glass | Pewter Center & Crucifix
Built for daily prayer and durable enough to last a lifetime, this 7mm black glass St. Benedict rosary is a serious sacramental for anyone committed to the Rosary devotion. The deep black glass beads are strung on a wire-link construction and anchored by a pewter St. Benedict centerpiece and a black epoxy crucifix — a combination that makes this rosary as visually striking as it is spiritually purposeful. Whether you are looking for catholic religious goods to buy for yourself or as a gift, this rosary delivers quality materials and authentic Catholic devotion in one package. The St. Benedict medal at the center adds a layer of protection and blessing to every decade prayed.
St. Benedict of Nursia (480–547 A.D.) is one of the most venerated saints in the Catholic Church and the patron of Europe, students, and those seeking protection from evil. The St. Benedict medal — featured here as the centerpiece of this rosary — carries the Vade Retro Satana inscription ("Step back, Satan") and has been used by Catholics for centuries as a powerful sacramental against evil and temptation. Pope Leo IX formally approved the medal in 1051, and its use has been endorsed by numerous popes since. Praying the Rosary with a St. Benedict centerpiece unites two of the Church's most beloved devotional traditions: the Marian prayer of the Rosary and the Benedictine tradition of spiritual warfare and monastic prayer. The black epoxy crucifix at the end of this rosary keeps the sacrifice of Christ — the source and summit of all Catholic prayer — at the center of every Rosary prayed.
Product Details
- Beads: 7mm black glass beads
- Center: Pewter St. Benedict centerpiece medal
- Crucifix: Black epoxy crucifix — pewter construction with black enamel finish
- Construction: Wire-link construction — durable for daily prayer use
- Color / Finish: Black glass beads with silver-tone pewter hardware
- Packaging: Arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present
- Manufacturer: McVan Inc. (MV)
- SKU: 863DF
- UPC: 735365545629
This St. Benedict rosary arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present, making it an ideal choice for Confirmation, First Communion, RCIA completion, graduation, or a birthday. It is equally appropriate for a deployment send-off or as a bereavement gift for someone who finds comfort in the Rosary. Pair it with a rosary case to protect it during travel or daily carry, or add a rosary card to help a new pray-er learn the mysteries. For those shopping for sacrament milestones, this rosary also works beautifully as a Confirmation gift for a young man or woman entering full membership in the Church.
St. Benedict — The Medal, the Rosary, and the Catholic Tradition of Protection
The St. Benedict medal is one of the most widely recognized sacramentals in the Catholic Church. Its origins trace to the early medieval period, when followers of St. Benedict began carrying medals bearing his image as a sign of protection and fidelity to Christ. The medal features the cross of St. Benedict on one side, surrounded by the Latin initials of the Vade Retro Satana prayer — a direct invocation against the influence of evil. On the reverse, the letters C.S.P.B. stand for "Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti" (the Cross of the Holy Father Benedict). When this medal serves as the centerpiece of a rosary, it transforms the entire chain into a layered sacramental: each decade of Hail Marys is prayed in the shadow of the cross and under the intercession of one of the Church's greatest saints.
The Rosary itself is a meditative prayer rooted in Scripture, structured around 20 mysteries that contemplate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ through the eyes of His mother Mary. Pope St. John Paul II added the Luminous Mysteries in 2002, completing the full cycle of the Rosary as it is prayed today. Praying the Rosary with a St. Benedict centerpiece is a practice embraced by Catholics seeking both Marian intercession and the spiritual protection associated with the Benedictine tradition. This rosary brings both together in a single, durable, beautifully crafted sacramental.
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St. Benedict Rosary 7mm Black Glass | Pewter Center & Crucifix
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All other products are covered by our standard 60-day return policy.
Questions?
Our Address
Rosarycard.net
3308 Ogle Drive
Cary, NC 27518
Return & Refund Policy
60-Day Money Back Guarantee
We stand behind every item we sell. If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 60 days of shipment for a full refund or exchange — no questions asked. We do not charge a restocking fee.
Free Returns
We pay for return shipping on all eligible returns for U.S. customers. Free returns are limited to three per customer.
How to Return an Item
- Contact our Customer Service department at 1-800-741-7754.
- Let us know you wish to return your order.
- Within one business day, we will email you a pre-paid USPS return label with packaging instructions.
- Take your package with the return label to your nearest Post Office and mail it back to us.
- Your return should arrive at our office within 2–4 business days (excludes weekends and holidays).
- Refunds are processed within two weeks and issued to your original payment method.
Condition of Returned Items
Returned merchandise must be undamaged and in new, unused condition. Items showing signs of wear or alteration will not be accepted.
Exceptions
The following items cannot be returned for a refund:
- 14KT solid gold jewelry — this jewelry is cast to order and cannot be returned unless defective. Defective solid gold jewelry will be exchanged at our expense.
- Special orders — custom and special order items are not returnable.
Gold-filled jewelry can be returned under our standard 60-day policy.
Exchanges
If you would like to exchange an item, follow the same return process above. Once we receive your return, we will ship the replacement item to you.
Lifetime Guarantee
All Bliss Manufacturing jewelry — including patron saint medals, sterling silver, gold-filled, and 14KT gold pieces — is covered by a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects. Should any Bliss item tarnish or have defects, we will repair or replace it at our expense. If the item is no longer in stock, we will either replace it with a like item or issue a full refund.
All other products are covered by our standard 60-day return policy.
Questions?
Our Address
Rosarycard.net
3308 Ogle Drive
Cary, NC 27518
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the beads on this St. Benedict rosary made of?
The beads are 7mm black glass, a traditional rosary bead material valued for its smooth texture, consistent sizing, and deep black color that holds up well with daily use. The hardware — including the St. Benedict centerpiece and the crucifix — is pewter with a black epoxy finish on the crucifix.
Where can I buy catholic religious goods like this St. Benedict rosary?
This 7mm black glass St. Benedict rosary is available directly through Rosarycard.net, where you can browse a full selection of catholic religious goods including rosaries, medals, crucifixes, and sacramentals. Orders over $40 ship free within the United States, and most orders ship within 1-2 business days.
What is the significance of the St. Benedict medal on a rosary?
The St. Benedict medal is one of the most powerful sacramentals in the Catholic Church, carrying the Latin inscription Vade Retro Satana — 'Step back, Satan' — and the initials of a prayer invoking the protection of the Holy Cross. Pope Leo IX formally approved the medal in 1051, and it has been used by Catholics for nearly a thousand years as a sign of protection against evil and temptation. When the St. Benedict medal serves as the centerpiece of a rosary, it unites the Marian devotion of the Rosary with the Benedictine tradition of spiritual warfare, making every decade prayed a double act of intercession and protection.
Is this rosary a good gift for Confirmation?
Yes, this St. Benedict rosary is an excellent Confirmation gift — the St. Benedict medal's association with spiritual protection and the fight against evil speaks directly to the grace of Confirmation, in which the Holy Spirit strengthens the recipient for spiritual battle. It arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present, so no additional wrapping is needed. It is also well-suited for First Communion, RCIA completion, graduation, or a deployment send-off.
Can a priest bless this rosary?
Yes, any Catholic priest or deacon can bless this rosary, and doing so is strongly encouraged. A blessed rosary becomes a sacramental — a sacred object set apart for prayer and devotion — and carries with it the Church's formal blessing for the person who uses it. Simply bring the rosary to your parish priest and ask for a blessing; it takes only a moment and adds significant spiritual meaning to the gift.
Does this rosary come in a gift box, and how long does shipping take?
Yes, this St. Benedict rosary arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present — no additional packaging needed. Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days, and U.S. orders over $40 qualify for free shipping. If you have questions about your order, contact us at 1-800-741-7754 or sales@rosarycard.net.
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