109) VINTAGE GENUINE ROCK CRYSTAL STERLING SILVER ROSARY WITH TAG- We have a number of rock and cut crystal rosaries in page 7 but this rock crystal silver rosary has a circular tag indicating that it is indeed made of genuine rock crystal. Rock crystal is mined from the earth; it is genuine quartz with high lead content accounting for its weight. The beads of this rosary is diamond shaped with many facets so it throws off a lot of light. Each bead measures 9mm. There are beautiful silver spacers or extenders with little flower designs. The necklace part measures 37 inches long all around. There is an additional 8 1/4 inches from the Center Medal to the tip of the Cross. The Cross measures 1 1/4 by 2 1/4 inches; it is heavy sterling silver with an impressive Corpus and elaborate designs all around. The Corpus is pronounced and sticks out. The back of the Cross is marked sterling with a punch hallmark. The circular tag is inscribed, "Cary Genuine Rock Crystal." The Center Medal is also heavy and substantial with a lovely design. It measures 3/4 inch long and shows the image of Mary in front and the image of Jesus in the back with the inscription "Sterling R.L.C." The rosary weighs a hefty 67.7 grams. This is a highend sterling silver rock crystal rosary that is like new; it is not easy to find. $350

14) ANTIQUE RUBY RED TEARDROP CRYSTAL ROSARY WITH RELIC OF ST. THERESE THE LITTLE FLOWER- This rosary is nicer than the pictures show. It is long and heavy, made of ruby red crystal beads that are tear drop in shape, faceted all around so the beads are vibrant and rich.Each crystal bead measures 7 by 11 mm - very large. There are little caps at the larger end of the beads. There are wonderful filigree spacers in between decades. The Cross measures approx. 2 by 1 1/4 and is marked "sterling" in the back. The front shows a handsome Corpus with elaborate designs on the Cross. The Center Medal is around 3/4 inch long and the front shows the image of Jesus, while the reverse shows the image of Mary holding Baby Jesus. The necklace part measures 33 inches, and the dangling part is another 7 1/2 inches. The rosary has a nice heavy weight of 54.7 grams and feels good in the hands. The relic of St. Therese of Lisieux or the Little Flower is a modern addition; it measures 7/8 in diameter. The rosary itself is from the deco era, the 1930s. You won't find another one like this heirloom rosary. $399 On hold for DC

101) VINTAGE LONG HEAVY STERLING SILVER BLUE CRYSTAL ROSARY - This is one of the longest and heaviest rosaries we have owned. It is made of a beautiful blue oval faceted crystal or glass, all doublecapped.. Each large bead measures 10 by 8mm. The beads are softer grayish-blue than the picture shows. The necklace part is very long at 40 inches long; the dangling part is 8 1/5 inches. The handsome heavy sterling Cross measures 1 1/2 by 2 1/4 inches. The Center Medal is also large, measuring 1 inch long. This exquisite rosary weighs a whooping 75.4 grams. The metal is all sterling silver. This is a beautiful vintage rosary that hails form the 1950s. You will not find another heirloom rosary such as this one, long, heavy, and made of quality materials. $349

102) GENUINE RED CRYSTAL ROSARY FROM MARY'S HOUSE IN EPHESUS-Mary spent her last years in Ephesus with John the Beloved, following Christ's crucifixion. Now an important pilgrim site since John Paul II's visit, the site of her house is under the care of the Franciscans. There is a small chapel where her house had stood, and nearby is a spring, now tapped, so visitors can get water. Muslims and Christians alike venerate Our Lady here. She is beloved among the Muslims who call her "Miriam."

I will send a small vial of spring water from Mary's house with the rosaries acquired in Ephesus. This is a genuine red crystal rosary, double capped in gold tone metal. Each cyrstal bead measures 8mm. The Cross measures approx. 2 1/4 by 1 1/4. The Center Medal shows Mary with the inscription, "Regine sine originale concepta o.p.n." The reverse shows the Cross, M, and stars. The necklace part measures 32 inches, and the dangling part is another 7 inches. The rosary has a nice heavy weight of 53.8 grams and feels good in the hands. $89

105) GENUINE PINK CRYSTAL ROSARY FROM MARY'S HOUSE IN EPHESUS-Mary spent her last years in Ephesus with John the Beloved, following Christ's crucifixion. Now an important pilgrim site since John Paul II's visit, the site of her house is under the care of the Franciscans. There is a small chapel where her house had stood, and nearby is a spring, now tapped, so visitors can get water. Muslims and Christians alike venerate Our Lady here. She is beloved among the Muslims who call her "Miriam."

I will send a small vial of spring water from Mary's house with the rosaries acquired in Ephesus. This is a genuine pink/lilac crystal rosary, double capped in gold tone metal. Each cyrstal bead measures 8mm. The Cross measures approx. 2 1/4 by 1 1/4. The Center Medal shows Mary with the inscription, "Regine sine originale concepta o.p.n." The reverse shows the Cross, M, and stars. The necklace part measures 32 inches, and the dangling part is another 7 inches.The rosary weighs has a nice heavy weight of 53.8 grams and feels good in the hands. $89

107) VINTAGE BLUE UNBREAKABLE ROSARY WRAPPED IN BRASS WIRE- This is a beautiful and sturdy rosary made of blue glass beads with wire wrapped around each bead. It is what they call "unbreakable." Each bead measures 9mm. The Cross measures 1 1/4 by 2 1/4 inches; it is inscribed "I am a Catholic. In case of an accident notify a priest. The rosary is 30 inches long. The dangling part measures 7 1/4 inches. The rosary weighs a hefty 50.6 grams.This is a unique, beautiful, sturdy rosary, which we believe hails from the 1950s. $95

108) SILVER FILIGREE AND GENUINE CORAL ROSENKRANZ ROSARY - We acquired some antique rosenkranz rosaries, which are typical of Bavaria/Southern Germany. Called Rosenkranz, these rosaries were used from the 17th to 18th century. The original condition of this one was pathetic, with broken strings and beads in a sorry state. We restored it, using the original main filigree Cross, Credo Cross, and Pater Beads with sterling silver metal and genuine handcut genuine coral beads. The main filigree Cross has a ceramic image of the Crucified Christ, with a repair.. The back shows another cross-shaped ceramic, also with a repair. The repair areas are not really noticeable and reflects the old age of this item. The main Cross measures 3 1/2 by 2 2/3 inches. There is a Credo Cross (to remind one to pray for Faith, Hope, and Charity), above the Main Cross, which measures 1 inch by 1 inch. The necklace part of the rosary measures 38inches; the dangling part is 9 inches. The coral beads are irregular in shape, some larger than others; the largest is around 15mm, and the shortest is around 10 mm. The rosary weighs a hefty 117.2 grams. This is a beautiful rosary with a lot of history. $699 - SOLD, thank you!