{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-budded-crucifix","title":"Roman Catholic Mother-of-Pearl Budded Crucifix with Four Holy Elements","description":"\u003cp\u003eA premium \u003cstrong\u003eRoman Catholic Mother-of-Pearl budded olive wood crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in the Holy Land and designed as a freestanding altar crucifix for prayer, display, and devotion. This ornate piece features a silver-tone corpus beneath the traditional \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e plaque, a radiant \u003cstrong\u003eStar of Bethlehem\u003c\/strong\u003e detail behind the head of Christ, four sealed \u003cstrong\u003eHoly Land Element capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eStations of the Cross engraved on the reverse\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measuring \u003cstrong\u003e10.2 in (26 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighing \u003cstrong\u003e11.5 oz (325 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is one of the most complete devotional crucifixes in the collection. Supplied with a \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eCatholic Budded Crucifix Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis crucifix follows the traditional \u003cstrong\u003ebudded cross\u003c\/strong\u003e form, also known as a trefoil cross. Each arm ends in a three-lobed terminal, a shape long associated in Catholic and Western Christian art with the \u003cstrong\u003eHoly Trinity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe budded form gives the crucifix a formal, liturgical character especially suited to Roman Catholic prayer spaces, home altars, chapel shelves, parish offices, and devotional display. A raised central ridge runs along the beams of the cross, giving the piece an architectural presence that feels more ceremonial than a plain Latin crucifix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eMother-of-Pearl Inlay \u0026amp; Star of Bethlehem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trefoil terminals are richly covered with \u003cstrong\u003eMother-of-Pearl inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as nacre, showing iridescent tones of green, blue, copper, and cream as the light changes. A matching Mother-of-Pearl inlay panel runs across the front of the olive wood base, visually connecting the cross and stand into one complete altar piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the head of Christ is a decorative \u003cstrong\u003eStar of Bethlehem\u003c\/strong\u003e, recalling the star that guided the Magi to the birthplace of Jesus. Together with the silver-tone corpus, Mother-of-Pearl inlay, and budded Catholic form, this detail creates a strong focal point rich in Holy Land and Christmas symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-tone corpus is mounted in full relief, showing Christ wearing the \u003cstrong\u003eCrown of Thorns\u003c\/strong\u003e, with detailed drapery, visible wounds, and the traditional \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e plaque above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eThe Four Holy Elements of the Holy Land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour gold-rimmed capsule windows are sealed into the budded terminals of the cross, each containing one of the \u003cstrong\u003eFour Holy Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e connected to the Holy Land and Christian devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoly Soil from Jerusalem\u003c\/strong\u003e recalls the city of Christ's Passion, Crucifixion, Burial, and Resurrection. For many Christians, Jerusalem holy soil serves as a tangible connection to the ground where the central events of the faith took place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlive Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e connect the crucifix to the olive groves of the Holy Land, the Mount of Olives, and the Garden of Gethsemane, where Christ prayed before His Passion. The olive branch has long symbolised peace, hope, and reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFranciscan Incense from Bethlehem\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects the long tradition of Christian worship in the birthplace of Christ. Incense has been used in Catholic liturgy for centuries as a sign of prayer rising before God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Rose Petals\u003c\/strong\u003e represent the Marian dimension of Catholic devotion. The rose has long been associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary in Catholic prayer, sacred art, and symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eStations of the Cross on the Reverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse of the crucifix is engraved with the \u003cstrong\u003eFourteen Stations of the Cross\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cem\u003eVia Crucis\u003c\/em\u003e or Way of the Cross. This traditional Catholic devotion invites believers to meditate on Christ's journey from condemnation to burial through fourteen sacred moments of the Passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy incorporating the Stations directly into the back of the crucifix, this piece becomes more than a devotional display. It can serve as a prayer companion for Lent, Holy Week, Friday devotions, and year-round meditation on the Passion of Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eHoly Land Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis standing crucifix is handcrafted from genuine \u003cstrong\u003eHoly Land olive wood\u003c\/strong\u003e by Christian artisans working within the long devotional craft tradition of Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Olive wood has been used for generations to create crosses, rosaries, crucifixes, and sacred objects connected to the land of the Bible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e confirms the Holy Land origin of the crucifix and the sacred elements sealed within it. Natural variations in the olive wood grain and Mother-of-Pearl inlay make every piece unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eCatholic Gift from the Holy Land\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eMother-of-Pearl budded altar crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a meaningful Roman Catholic gift for \u003cem\u003eordination\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003epriestly anniversary\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eConfirmation\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFirst Communion\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRCIA completion\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ehouse blessing\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ewedding\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003enew home blessing\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eChristmas\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLent\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003epilgrimage remembrance\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts freestanding altar format makes it especially suitable as a permanent centrepiece for a Catholic home altar, prayer table, chapel shelf, parish office, or family devotional space. It may also be brought to a priest for blessing before devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the olive wood and Mother-of-Pearl inlay gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture, direct sunlight, direct heat, or household chemicals. The Holy Element capsules are sealed and require no care. Handle the silver-tone corpus gently and avoid abrasive cloths or cleaning products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46652457910444,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/large-budded-abalone-crucifix-1.jpg?v=1782310999","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/mother-of-pearl-budded-crucifix","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}