New Our Lady of Iona Celtic Mary Sacred Heart Christ Handmade Silver Rosary For Sale

“A few places in the world are to be held holy, because of the love which consecrates them and the faith which enshrines them.
Their names are themselves talismans of spiritual beauty.
Of these is Iona.” — Fiona MacLeod, Iona. 1910The name \"Iona\" has its origins rooted in the Gaelic language, specifically deriving from the Scottish Gaelic word \"Iona,\" which translates to \"island.\" The name is often associated with the small island of Iona, located off the western coast of Scotland, which has significant historical and religious importance. This island is known for its early Christian heritage, particularly as a site of monastic settlement established by Saint Columba in the 6th century. Saint Columba is credited with bringing Christianity to Scotland, and Iona became a center for the spread of the faith throughout the region.The meaning of the name Iona thus carries connotations of isolation, beauty, and spirituality, evoking imagery of the serene Scottish landscape. Iona is the place from which the flames of the fire of Celtic Christianity were fanned and expanded throughout Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and northern England. Under the inspired leadership of Saint Columba and the holy men and women, priests and priestesses of the time, Celtic Christianity grew and flourished.This beautifully handcrafted wire rosary features a 100% sterling silver Blessed Virgin Mary & Sacred Heart of Jesus centerpiece medal, small ancient cross adornment, and Cross. The selected wire itself is 100% oxidized silver tone brass, chosen for its greater hardness and durability than silver for daily handling in prayer. The subtle oxidized silver toning of the wire gives this rosary an heirloom quality, vintage feel for many generations of prayer. The Hail Mary beads are 10mm in diameter and are pure lapis lazuli azurite semi-precious gemstone, and the Our Father beads are 12mm matte white agate semi-precious gemstone, giving great prayerful depth in the hand. The hand-selected lapis lazuli azurite beads are a beautifully understated green-blue, calling to the ancient and weather-worn earth tones of the northern islands of Scotland and Ireland, while the matte white agate calls the soul toward the light of ascent.This handcrafted five decade Our Lady of the Iona rosary was made to accompany you in this life of prayer, devotion, and Divine Love as, through our lives we return ever closer and deeper to our home in God. I made this rosary myself. Love from Sedona.