Olive Wood St. Benedict Rosary with Wood Box | Made in Italy
This is an olive wood St. Benedict Rosary paired with a matching wood keepsake box — a complete devotional set made in Italy for the Catholic who prays with intention. The set includes a clear display box and a 2-inch by 2-inch wood box, making it a ready-to-gift package for any occasion. If you are looking for a catholic religious goods store that carries authentic Italian-made sacramentals, this rosary set delivers both quality and spiritual depth. The olive wood construction gives each rosary a warm, natural character rooted in the Holy Land tradition of olive wood craftsmanship.
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 against evil. The St. Benedict Medal — incorporated into this rosary — carries the Vade Retro Satana inscription, a Latin exorcism formula meaning "Begone, Satan," and has been used as a sacramental for centuries. Pope Leo IX formally approved the medal in 1051 A.D., and its use was further promoted by the Benedictine Order at Monte Cassino. Praying the Rosary on beads bearing the St. Benedict Medal unites two of the Church's most powerful devotional traditions: Marian intercession through the mysteries of the Rosary and the protective blessing associated with St. Benedict's patronage. The olive wood material itself carries symbolic resonance — olive trees appear throughout Scripture as signs of peace, anointing, and God's covenant with His people (Romans 11:17–24).
Product Details
- Material: Olive wood beads — natural grain and color variation unique to each rosary
- Medal/Centerpiece: St. Benedict medal incorporated into rosary design
- Box Dimensions: 2 inches x 2 inches wood keepsake box
- Packaging: Arrives in a gift box — wood keepsake box plus clear display box included
- Origin: Made in Italy
- SKU: 35-29
- UPC: 735365560653
This olive wood St. Benedict Rosary set is well suited for Confirmation, First Communion, RCIA completion, ordination, or a priestly anniversary. The compact wood box makes it easy to present as a finished gift without additional wrapping. Pair it with a prayer card featuring the St. Benedict Medal prayer, or add a patron saint medal for a more complete devotional gift set. For those shopping for a Confirmation gift, this Italian-made rosary set offers lasting spiritual value at an accessible price point.
St. Benedict and the Rosary — Two Traditions in One Devotional Set
The Rosary is among the most widely practiced Catholic devotions in the world, structured around 20 mysteries that meditate on the life of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary. St. Louis de Montfort, writing in the early 18th century, described the Rosary as a summary of the entire Gospel. When the beads themselves are made of olive wood and bear the St. Benedict Medal, the devotional object becomes layered with meaning: the natural material connects the prayer to the created world, while the medal invokes the protection of one of the Church's greatest monastic saints. St. Benedict's Rule — written in the 6th century — shaped Western monasticism and remains in use today in Benedictine abbeys worldwide. Praying this rosary is not merely a private devotion; it places the person praying within a tradition of faith that stretches back fifteen centuries.
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Olive Wood St. Benedict Rosary with Wood Box | Made in Italy
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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 material are the beads on this St. Benedict Rosary?
The beads on this rosary are made from olive wood, a natural material with warm tones and grain variation that makes each rosary slightly unique. Olive wood has long been associated with Catholic devotional objects, particularly those crafted in Italy and the Holy Land. The natural finish gives the rosary a tactile, grounded feel suited for daily prayer.
Is this a good rosary to buy from a catholic religious goods store?
Yes, this olive wood St. Benedict Rosary is exactly the kind of authentic devotional item you would expect to find at a trusted catholic religious goods store. It is made in Italy, features a St. Benedict medal, and comes with a wood keepsake box and clear display box — making it a complete, ready-to-gift set. It is priced accessibly while offering genuine Italian craftsmanship and spiritual depth.
What is the significance of the St. Benedict Medal on this rosary?
The St. Benedict Medal is one of the most recognized sacramentals in the Catholic Church, formally approved by Pope Leo IX in 1051 A.D. It bears the Latin inscription Vade Retro Satana — 'Begone, Satan' — and is associated with protection against evil, temptation, and illness. St. Benedict of Nursia (480–547 A.D.) is the patron of Europe and the founder of Western monasticism, and his medal has been used by Catholics for nearly a thousand years as a sign of trust in God's protection. Incorporating this medal into a rosary unites Marian devotion with the intercession of one of the Church's greatest saints.
Is this olive wood rosary set a good gift for Confirmation?
Yes, this St. Benedict Rosary set is an excellent Confirmation gift because it combines a meaningful sacramental with a presentation-ready wood keepsake box. Confirmation is the sacrament in which a Catholic receives the fullness of the Holy Spirit, and gifting a rosary encourages the ongoing prayer life that sustains that commitment. The set is also appropriate for First Communion, RCIA completion, ordination anniversaries, and priestly birthdays.
How do I care for an olive wood rosary?
Olive wood rosaries should be kept away from prolonged moisture and extreme heat, which can cause the wood to crack or warp over time. Occasional light application of olive oil or beeswax can help preserve the natural luster of the wood. Store the rosary in the included wood keepsake box when not in use to protect it from dust and physical damage. A Catholic priest can bless this rosary, which is recommended before regular devotional use.
Does this rosary come in a gift box, and how long does shipping take?
Yes, this rosary set arrives in a gift box — it includes both a 2-inch by 2-inch wood keepsake box and a clear display box, so no additional gift wrapping is needed. Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. For questions about your order, call 1-800-741-7754 or email sales@rosarycard.net and a member of the team will be happy to assist you.
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