{"product_id":"turquoise-rosary-heart-locket","title":"Turquoise Rosary with Marian Heart Locket \u0026 Benedict Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in the Holy Land, this \u003cstrong\u003eTurquoise Glass Bead Rosary with Marian Heart Locket \u0026amp; St. Benedict Crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e combines turquoise marbled glass beads, gold-tone chain links, an opening Marian heart locket, and a coordinated blue enamel St. Benedict crucifix. The heart-shaped centerpiece opens to reveal \u003cstrong\u003eOur Lady of Grace\u003c\/strong\u003e on one side and the \u003cstrong\u003eCrucifixion of Christ\u003c\/strong\u003e on the other, bringing Marian devotion and the Passion together at the center of the rosary. Measuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e23.6in (60cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighing \u003cstrong\u003e2.1oz (60g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this five-decade rosary has the elegance of devotional jewelry while remaining fully intended for Catholic prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eTurquoise Marbled Glass Beads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosary features smooth \u003cstrong\u003eturquoise-colored glass beads\u003c\/strong\u003e with delicate dark veining that creates a natural marbled appearance. Each bead varies slightly in pattern, giving the strand visual depth while preserving a consistent turquoise tone throughout all five decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished glass surface catches the light beautifully and gives the rosary a more substantial, premium feel than acrylic beads. Fine \u003cstrong\u003egold-tone chain links\u003c\/strong\u003e connect each bead, creating a refined jewelry-like finish that complements the locket and crucifix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eOpening Marian Heart Locket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of this rosary is its hinged \u003cstrong\u003egold-tone Marian heart locket\u003c\/strong\u003e. When closed, the exterior displays an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary in raised relief, allowing the centerpiece to be worn and carried like a devotional heart medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locket opens to reveal two sacred images. One side features \u003cstrong\u003eOur Lady of Grace\u003c\/strong\u003e, shown with her arms extended in the familiar posture associated with the Miraculous Medal devotion. The opposite side depicts the \u003cstrong\u003eCrucifixion of Jesus\u003c\/strong\u003e, uniting Mary’s presence with the Passion of Christ inside the heart-shaped centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis opening design makes the centerpiece more than a decorative connector. It becomes a small personal shrine held at the center of the rosary—opened during prayer and gently closed to protect the devotional images when carried or stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eBlue Enamel St. Benedict Crucifix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosary is completed with a gold-tone \u003cstrong\u003eSt. Benedict crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e filled with blue enamel. The enamel closely complements the turquoise tone of the glass beads, creating a coordinated design from the first decade to the final cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe front features the corpus of Christ in gold-tone relief, an \u003cem\u003eINRI\u003c\/em\u003e plaque, and the traditional \u003cstrong\u003eSt. Benedict Medal\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated at the center. This connects the rosary with the long-standing Catholic devotion associated with Saint Benedict, perseverance in faith, and prayer for spiritual protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eMarian Devotion \u0026amp; Catholic Symbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe turquoise-and-gold palette gives the rosary a strong Marian character. Blue tones have long been associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary, while the gold accents recall the rays of grace shown in Miraculous Medal imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening locket keeps Our Lady and the Crucifixion together at the center of the strand, while the St. Benedict crucifix adds another deeply rooted Catholic devotional tradition. Together, these elements create a rosary centered on Mary, Christ’s Passion, prayer, and faithful perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eDesigned for Catholic Prayer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional \u003cstrong\u003efive-decade Catholic rosary\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for daily Rosary prayer, Marian devotion, Eucharistic adoration, personal reflection, and display in a home prayer corner. Its smooth glass beads and substantial weight give it a noticeable presence in the hand, while the opening heart locket adds an intimate devotional element not found on ordinary rosaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-tone chain also allows the rosary to drape naturally when held, displayed, or worn as devotional jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#9a7530;\"\u003eA Meaningful Catholic Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eTurquoise Glass Bead Rosary with Marian Heart Locket \u0026amp; St. Benedict Crucifix\u003c\/strong\u003e makes a meaningful gift for \u003cem\u003eFirst Communion\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eConfirmation\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRCIA\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMother’s Day\u003c\/em\u003e, birthdays, Christmas, Easter, Marian feast days, or anyone devoted to Our Lady, Saint Benedict, and the Passion of Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts turquoise glass beads, opening locket, and coordinated enamel crucifix give it the appearance of a keepsake devotional object as well as a practical prayer rosary. It may also be brought to a Catholic priest for blessing before devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the glass beads, chain, locket, and crucifix gently with a soft, dry cloth. Open and close the heart locket carefully to protect its hinge. Avoid immersion in water and contact with perfumes, oils, household chemicals, or excessive moisture, which may affect the gold-tone finish and enamel. Store the rosary in a pouch or presentation box when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46755749167276,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/turquoise-rosary-heart-locket-11.jpg?v=1783754893","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/turquoise-rosary-heart-locket","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}