{"product_id":"st-francis-tau-jade-rosary-handmade-in-scotland","title":"St. Francis Tau Jade Rosary - Handmade in Scotland","description":"\u003cp\u003e8mm Jade Bead Rosary with Antiqued Brass Tau Cross\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e27 1\/2\" Long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful expression of Franciscan faith and devotion, this substantial five-decade rosary pairs rich green jade beads with intricately detailed antiqued-brass metalwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe  originally designed centerpiece depicts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaint Francis surrounded by birds and creation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reflecting his deep love for all living things. Below hangs a striking sculptural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTau Cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the sign Saint Francis embraced as a symbol of conversion, simplicity and a life centered on Christ. His outstretched arms become part of the Tau itself, while birds gather around him in detailed relief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small bee appears on the back of the cross—a thoughtful symbol of care for creation as well as the patience, attentiveness and quiet work that accompany a life of prayer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe antiqued-brass finish brings depth and character to every detail, beautifully complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 mm natural jade beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in varied shades of moss and earthy green. Substantial in both size and weight, this rosary is designed to feel meaningful in the hands and to be used regularly in prayer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCreated in \u003cstrong\u003e2026 to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the Transitus of Saint Francis\u003c\/strong\u003e, marking 800 years since his passage from earthly life in 1226.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned by Fiach O'Broin-Molloy and handmade in Paisley, Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Franciscan Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50541671514351,"sku":"RB22-FST","price":115.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/6582\/8943\/files\/RB22JadeTauRosary.png?v=1787153596","url":"https:\/\/thefranciscanstore.org\/products\/st-francis-tau-jade-rosary-handmade-in-scotland","provider":"The Franciscan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}