St. Thérèse of Lisieux Limited Edition Royal Decade Relic Rosary | Missionaries, Florists, Loss of Parents & Illness | 18K Gold | Rhodochrosite & Porcelain Roses | 3rd Class Relic
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St. Thérèse of Lisieux Limited Edition Royal Decade Relic Rosary | Missionaries, Florists, Loss of Parents & Illness | 18K Gold | Rhodochrosite & Porcelain Roses | 3rd Class Relic
$159.99
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Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
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Also Known As: Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, The Little Flower
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Feast Day: October 1 (New Calendar), October 3 (Traditional Calendar)
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Relic: 3rd Class Relic solemnly touched to an authentic 1st Class Ex Ossibus (from the bone) relic of the Saint.
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Patronage: Missionaries, florists, gardeners, loss of parents, HIV/AIDS sufferers, tuberculosis sufferers, and foreign missions; also patroness of France, Russia, the Philippines, and Alaska.
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Devotional History: Born Marie Françoise-Thérèse Martin in Alençon, France, Saint Thérèse entered the Carmelite Monastery at Lisieux at the age of fifteen. Known as "The Little Flower," her spirituality centered on the "Little Way"—seeking holiness not through extraordinary deeds, but through doing small, everyday acts with great love and complete trust in God. Before her death at age 24, she promised to spend her heaven doing good upon earth and to let fall a "shower of roses." Canonized in 1925, she remains one of the most beloved modern saints and a Doctor of the Church.
The Little Flower: A Companion in Trial
This Royal Decade Rosary (also known as a "Tenner" or Pocket Rosary) is designed to be a portable source of strength. Saint Thérèse of Lisieux is a particularly powerful intercessor for those experiencing illness, grief, emotional suffering, or seeking simplicity and trust in daily life. Whether you are navigating work, school, travel, or personal trials, this pocket sacramental serves as a constant reminder of God's tender mercy and her promised shower of heavenly roses.
The Sacred Relic
The cabochon medal contains a 3rd Class Relic of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, solemnly touched to an authentic 1st Class Ex Ossibus (bone) relic, establishing a direct physical connection to "The Little Flower."
Item-Specific Craftsmanship
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Hail Mary Beads: Ten 8mm Natural Pink Rhodochrosite stones alternating with Red Turquoise Magnesite (Soft pink and rich red hues echoing her signature roses and devotion to the Child Jesus).
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Pater Bead: One 10mm Porcelain bead hand-painted with roses (Symbolizing her legendary promise to rain roses of grace down from heaven).
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The Medal: Gold color-plated zinc casing featuring a custom image of Saint Thérèse under a protective glass cabochon, with the 3rd Class Relic sealed inside.
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The Crucifix: Exclusive 18K Gold-plated St. Benedict Crucifix featuring an embedded 18th century Saint Benedict medal (the original design approved by Pope Benedict XIV).
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Accents & Spacers: High-quality Gold color-plated spacers.
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Build: Hand-strung on 49-strand stainless steel wire with nylon coating, protective wire guards, and gold color-plated zinc split connecting rings for maximum durability in a portable size.
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Safety: All metal components are Nickel and Lead free.
What’s Included with Your Purchase
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Golden Gift Box: Arrives in a premium golden jewelry box featuring a custom image of Saint Thérèse on the cover.
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Certificate of Authenticity: Includes a card featuring the image of the original relic and biographical information on the Saint.
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Storage & Protection: Includes a Black Velvet Pouch for protection while carrying it in your pocket or bag.
Specifications
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Length: Approximately 9.25 inches (23.5 cm).
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Weight: Approximately 0.8 oz (24 grams).
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Portable Design: Designed for "prayer on the go," this decade rosary fits perfectly in a pocket, purse, or briefcase.
Our Mission: We strive to give the most glory to God by handcrafting the most beautiful devotional images of His Saints, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Holy Angels, and Our Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that the veneration of these sacred figures and the display of Holy Sacred Art - including the Holy Trinity, the Holy Ghost, and the Blessed Sacrament -only brings Him further glory. By utilizing various artistic styles, from digitally restored stained glass to classical masterworks and photography of sacred art, we provide unique sacramentals tailored to your personal devotion.
The Decade Rosary: Devotion in Hand
Our Decade Rosaries (also known as Pocket Rosaries or Tenner Rosaries) offer a compact, portable way to carry the power of the Rosary with you throughout your daily life. Designed for "prayer on the go," they maintain the same artisanal quality as our full-sized collections.
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Precision Composition: Each piece is crafted with ten 8mm semi-precious Hail Mary beads and a single, substantial 10mm Our Father bead. To highlight the importance of the Pater Noster, the 10mm stone is framed by ornamental bead caps.
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The Finished Design: Each Decade Rosary begins with our proprietary 18K gold-plated St. Benedict crucifix and concludes with a high-definition cabochon medal featuring a sacred image of a Saint, Angel, or the Blessed Mother.
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The Shield of the Faithful: Every Decade Rosary features our proprietary St. Benedict crucifix with the original 18th-century 1741 medal. This ensures you are praying with a historically accurate and spiritually powerful sacramental.
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Advanced Metallurgy & Tiered Plating: Our crucifixes are crafted from high-grade stainless steel with genuine, heavy 18K Gold plating applied via electrolytic deposition. To ensure aesthetic harmony, smaller components like spacers and bead caps are made from jewelry-grade brass or alloys, finished with a coordinating gold or rose-gold color coating. All metal components are Nickel and Lead-free.
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Limited Edition Status: These designs are produced in limited series based on our current stock of rare stones and unique medals. Once materials are exhausted, the design may be discontinued.
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Artisanal Processing Time: Each piece is hand-built to order. Please allow up to two weeks (14 days) for your order to be processed and hand-crafted before it is shipped.
- Need it sooner? If you require your piece for a specific date or event, please contact us immediately. Depending on our current workload, we may be able to expedite your order to meet your deadline.
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The Sensory Experience: Your Decade Rosary arrives in a golden jewelry box infused with a hint of fresh-cut roses, accompanied by a velvet pouch for protection.
Care and Handling
Our Decade Rosaries are not waterproof. To protect the high-end 18K gold plating and the glass cabochon centerpiece, please do not submerge in water. If the piece becomes wet, wipe it immediately with a soft, dry cloth. Keep your rosary in the provided velvet pouch when not in use.
Note on Artisan Details: To ensure the highest quality and timely fulfillment, high-quality gold-plated spacers and bead caps may differ slightly in design from the primary photography depending on current supplier availability.
"Did You Know?" | IHS vs. PAX: The Restoration of a Sacred Name
The Holy Name vs. The Benedictine Motto
Many people notice that the crucifixes on our Royal, Majestic, and Classic rosaries look different from the ones found in local Catholic shops. The most significant difference lies at the very top of the St. Benedict medal.
The Modern Version (PAX): Most modern medals (the "Jubilee" version from 1880) feature the word PAX, which is Latin for "Peace." While peace is the beautiful motto of the Benedictine Order, it was not the original design approved by the Papacy for the medal’s use in spiritual warfare.
The Original Version (IHS): Our medals feature the IHS monogram. Derived from the first three letters of the Greek name for Jesus (ΙΗΣΟΥΣ), this monogram has been used since the earliest days of the Church to invoke the power of the Holy Name.
Why It Matters: > When Pope Benedict XIV approved the medal in 1741, he did so with the Name of Jesus (IHS) at its head. In the Rite of Exorcism and in the battle against "lost causes," it is not the abstract concept of "peace" that drives back darkness - it is the sovereign Name of Jesus. By restoring the IHS monogram to our rosaries, we return to the Christ-centered roots of this powerful sacramental, providing you with a "Shield of the Faithful" that is historically accurate and spiritually potent.
Custom Rosaries & Repairs
Looking for a one-of-a-kind sacramental? We specialize in creating custom rosaries tailored to your favorite Saint, Mary, or Angel. We can also repair your broken heirloom rosary or convert a sentimental necklace into a precious prayer tool. Our lead designer will work with you to select the perfect stones and 18K gold-plated components to create a unique masterpiece. Contact us to begin your custom creation.
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