6mm Black Onyx St. Benedict Rosary | Sterling Silver Crucifix & Center
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Read our full Return & Refund Policy →Built for daily prayer and durable enough to last a lifetime, this St. Benedict rosary pairs genuine 6mm black onyx beads with a sterling silver crucifix and sterling silver center medal — a combination that makes it one of the most substantive Catholic religious goods available to buy online. Whether you are praying the Rosary for the first time or have worn out a dozen rosaries over decades of faithful use, this one is made to meet you where you are. The black onyx gives each decade a solid, weighty feel in the hand, while the sterling silver hardware elevates it well beyond a casual devotional piece. It arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present at any Catholic milestone.
St. Benedict of Nursia (480–547 A.D.) is one of the most venerated saints in the Western Church and the patron of Europe, students, and those seeking protection against evil. The St. Benedict medal — featured here as the rosary's center piece — carries the Vade Retro Satana inscription, a Latin prayer of exorcism meaning "Begone, Satan," and has been used by Catholics for centuries as a powerful sacramental against spiritual harm. Pope Leo IX formally approved the medal's use in 1051, and its association with the Benedictine tradition of ora et labora ("pray and work") makes it a fitting centerpiece for a rosary built around serious, sustained prayer. The Rosary itself is a Marian devotion structured around 20 mysteries of the life of Christ, prayed in five decades of ten Hail Marys each — a form of contemplative prayer that Pope St. John Paul II called "a compendium of the Gospel."
Product Details
- Beads: 6mm genuine black onyx — natural semi-precious stone
- Crucifix: Sterling silver
- Center Medal: Sterling silver St. Benedict medal
- Chain: Sterling silver link construction
- Construction: Wire-link rosary — durable for daily prayer use
- Packaging: Arrives in a deluxe gift box, ready to present
- SKU: R933LF
- UPC: 735365500420
This St. Benedict rosary is an ideal Catholic religious gift for Confirmation, RCIA completion, ordination, Father's Day, or a significant birthday. The combination of black onyx and sterling silver gives it a gravitas appropriate for men, though it is equally suited for any serious Catholic. Pair it with a rosary case to protect the sterling silver hardware during travel, or add a prayer card with the Rosary mysteries to complete the gift. It also makes a meaningful Confirmation gift for a young man or woman entering full communion with the Church.
St. Benedict Medal — A Catholic Tradition of Protection and Prayer
The St. Benedict medal is one of the oldest and most widely used sacramentals in the Catholic Church. Its origins trace to the early medieval period, but its formal recognition came in 1051 when Pope Leo IX examined and approved the medal at the Abbey of Monte Cassino — the very monastery St. Benedict founded in central Italy around 529 A.D. The medal's reverse side bears the Vade Retro Satana prayer in abbreviated Latin, a direct invocation against evil that reflects St. Benedict's own spiritual battles as recorded in St. Gregory the Great's "Dialogues." Catholics use the medal as a reminder of their baptismal call to resist evil and cling to Christ, and it is frequently blessed by a priest for use as a personal sacramental.
Placing the St. Benedict medal at the center of a rosary is a natural pairing: the Rosary is a weapon of prayer, and the St. Benedict medal is a sign of spiritual protection. Together, they form a devotional object that is both theologically rich and practically suited to a life of daily prayer. The black onyx beads — a stone associated with strength and grounding — reinforce the serious, contemplative character of this particular rosary. For anyone seeking Catholic religious goods that carry genuine spiritual weight, this combination of materials and iconography is difficult to surpass.
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6mm Black Onyx St. Benedict Rosary | Sterling Silver Crucifix & Center
$192.00
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|---|---|---|
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- Your return should arrive at our office within 2–4 business days (excludes weekends and holidays).
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Returned merchandise must be undamaged and in new, unused condition. Items showing signs of wear or alteration will not be accepted.
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.
⚠️ International Orders — Return & Refund Policy
All international orders — including Canada and the European Union — are non-returnable and non-refundable due to the logistical complexities of cross-border shipping. Customs requirements, international carrier limitations, and the unpredictability of return transit make it impractical for us to accept returns on orders shipped outside the United States. Please review our Shipping Policy for full details before placing an international order. We appreciate your understanding.
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
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.
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.
⚠️ International Orders — Return & Refund Policy
All international orders — including Canada and the European Union — are non-returnable and non-refundable due to the logistical complexities of cross-border shipping. Customs requirements, international carrier limitations, and the unpredictability of return transit make it impractical for us to accept returns on orders shipped outside the United States. Please review our Shipping Policy for full details before placing an international order. We appreciate your understanding.
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
Are the black onyx beads on this rosary genuine stone?
Yes, this rosary features genuine 6mm black onyx beads — a natural semi-precious stone, not glass or plastic. Black onyx has a solid, substantial feel in the hand that makes it well suited for daily Rosary prayer, and its deep matte-black color provides a striking contrast against the sterling silver hardware.
Is this a good Catholic religious rosary to buy online as a gift?
Yes, this is one of the most complete Catholic religious goods packages available to buy online — genuine black onyx beads, a sterling silver St. Benedict crucifix and center medal, and a deluxe gift box included at no extra charge. It is appropriate for men and women alike and arrives presentation-ready, making it a strong choice for anyone shopping for a meaningful Catholic gift without visiting a physical store.
What is the significance of the St. Benedict medal on this rosary?
The St. Benedict medal is one of the oldest sacramentals in the Catholic Church, formally approved by Pope Leo IX in 1051 at the Abbey of Monte Cassino. Its reverse side bears the Vade Retro Satana inscription — a Latin prayer meaning 'Begone, Satan' — making it a traditional sign of spiritual protection against evil. Catholics wear or carry the medal as a reminder of their baptismal call to resist sin and cling to Christ, and it is frequently blessed by a priest for personal devotional use. Placing it at the center of a rosary connects the Marian prayer tradition with St. Benedict's centuries-old legacy of monastic prayer and spiritual warfare.
Is this rosary a good gift for Confirmation or RCIA?
Yes, this black onyx and sterling silver St. Benedict rosary is an excellent gift for Confirmation, RCIA completion, or ordination. The sterling silver construction and deluxe gift box make it feel like a serious, lasting gift rather than a token item, and the St. Benedict medal carries deep theological meaning appropriate for someone entering or deepening their Catholic faith. It is also well suited for Father's Day, a significant birthday, or any occasion that calls for a durable, spiritually meaningful Catholic gift.
Can a priest bless this rosary, and how should I care for the sterling silver?
Yes, any Catholic priest can bless this rosary — simply bring it to your parish and ask for a blessing, which takes only a moment and transforms the rosary into a blessed sacramental. For care, sterling silver can tarnish over time with exposure to air and moisture; wipe the crucifix and center medal periodically with a soft silver polishing cloth to maintain their finish. Store the rosary in the included gift box or a rosary case when not in use to protect both the onyx beads and the sterling silver hardware.
Does this rosary come in a gift box, and how long does shipping take?
Yes, this rosary arrives in a deluxe gift box — no additional wrapping needed. Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days, and free shipping applies to all U.S. orders over $40. If you have questions about this rosary or need help with your order, call 1-800-741-7754 or email sales@rosarycard.net.
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