{"product_id":"st-francis-tau-pendant-stainless-steel-handmade-in-scotland","title":"St. Francis Tau Pendant Stainless Steel - Handmade in Scotland","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAntiqued Brass Tau Pendant on Leather Cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2” High - 23\" Long Stainless Chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking expression of Franciscan faith, this substantial St. Francis Tau Cross Necklace brings Saint Francis and the Tau together in one beautifully detailed design. Francis stands with arms outstretched to form the crossbar of the Tau, while the folds of his habit become its stem. Doves surround him in deep relief, recalling his love for all creation and his belief that every creature is called to praise its Creator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse features a small bee—a meaningful symbol of Franciscan care for even the smallest parts of creation. Early accounts of Saint Francis tell of his concern for bees during the cold of winter, making this tiny detail a fitting reminder of his compassion and attentiveness to all living things.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in 2026 to commemorate the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e800th anniversary of the Transitus of Saint Francis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the design reflects the simplicity, humility, peace and care for creation that continue to define his Franciscan witness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in Paisley, Scotland, the necklace features an original double-sided stainless steel Tau pendant. Its substantial relief and intentionally aged surface give the piece a distinctive, handcrafted character that becomes even more personal through wearing and handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 23\" chain allows the pendant to sit naturally on the chest or over a shirt.  It's scale and styling make it suitable for both a man and a woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDesigned \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eby Fiach O'Broin-Molloy and handmade in Paisley Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Franciscan Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50889140469999,"sku":"GFT83 - FST (PHY)","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/6582\/8943\/files\/GFT83St.FrancisTauPendantStainless.png?v=1790343091","url":"https:\/\/thefranciscanstore.org\/products\/st-francis-tau-pendant-stainless-steel-handmade-in-scotland","provider":"The Franciscan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}