{"product_id":"black-crystal-rosary-with-holy-soil","title":"Black Crystal Rosary with Holy Soil from Jerusalem","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaceted black crystal beads\u003c\/strong\u003e across all five decades — deep black cut glass with polished surfaces that catch light against the dark crystal — on a fine silver-tone chain, centred on a \u003cstrong\u003eholy soil from Jerusalem centrepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e. At \u003cstrong\u003e17.7 in (45 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1.4 oz (40 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003e0.3 in (7 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e beads, this elegant \u003cstrong\u003eblack crystal rosary\u003c\/strong\u003e combines authentic Jerusalem holy soil, a Madonna and Child devotional medal, and a silver crucifix in a meaningful Catholic prayer companion from the Holy Land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eBlack Crystal Beads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efaceted crystal beads\u003c\/strong\u003e are crafted from cut black glass, shaped with multiple polished faces that reflect light differently from smooth round beads. Because the beads are black, the brilliance appears as sharp highlights across the surface rather than bright colour flashes, giving the strand a formal, refined, and quietly devotional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis style of \u003cstrong\u003ecrystal bead rosary\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for those who prefer a darker, more elegant prayer object. The black crystal gives the rosary visual depth, while the silver-tone chain creates clean contrast between each bead and keeps the five-decade structure light, balanced, and easy to handle during prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eHoly Soil from Jerusalem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe centrepiece contains \u003cstrong\u003eholy soil from Jerusalem\u003c\/strong\u003e, sealed within the medal as a permanent part of the rosary. This sacred element creates a physical connection to the city where Christ suffered His Passion, was crucified on Calvary, was buried, and rose from the dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor centuries, Christian pilgrims have carried reminders of Jerusalem as a sign of faith, pilgrimage, and devotion. In this rosary, the holy soil is not a separate keepsake but part of the prayer object itself, remaining close through every decade prayed. This makes the rosary more than a beautiful crystal design; it becomes a devotional link to the Holy Land and to the ground of the Resurrection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eMadonna and Child Medal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe centrepiece also features the \u003cstrong\u003eMadonna and Child\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing Our Lady holding the Christ Child in one of the most enduring images in Christian art. This image expresses the mystery of the Incarnation through the closeness of mother and Son, making it a natural centre for Marian devotion and Catholic prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the Madonna and Child image and the Jerusalem holy soil create a centrepiece with both Marian meaning and Holy Land provenance: Our Lady at the heart of the rosary, and Jerusalem soil sealed within the same devotional medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eSilver Crucifix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosary is completed with a silver-tone \u003cstrong\u003eLatin crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring elegant scrollwork arm ends, a raised corpus, and the traditional \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e tablet. Its cleaner, more formal style complements the black crystal beads without overwhelming the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crucifix brings the prayer back to Christ's Passion, balancing the Marian centrepiece with the central mystery of Christian faith. The black crystal, silver metalwork, holy soil, and crucifix together create a complete Catholic devotional rosary for prayer, reflection, and remembrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eCatholic Gifts \u0026amp; Holy Land Devotion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eblack crystal rosary with holy soil from Jerusalem\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a meaningful \u003cstrong\u003eCatholic gift\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cem\u003eConfirmation\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLent\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAdvent\u003c\/em\u003e, memorial Masses, bereavement, pilgrimage remembrance, Marian feast days, and personal prayer. The black crystal gives it a formal character, while the sealed Jerusalem holy soil gives it a devotional depth that standard crystal rosaries do not carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially fitting for anyone who values the Holy Land, devotion to Our Lady, and traditional Catholic prayer. Each rosary arrives in presentation packaging and may be brought to a priest for blessing before devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWipe crystal beads and metal components with a soft dry cloth after use. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, perfumes, oils, and household chemicals. The holy soil compartment is sealed and requires no maintenance. Store in the pouch or box provided when not in use to help protect the crystal beads, chain, centrepiece, and crucifix.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46358990651564,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/black-crystal-rosary-holy-soil-8.jpg?v=1783669083","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/black-crystal-rosary-with-holy-soil","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}