St. Anthony Mary Claret Custom Birthstone Rosary

These handmade patron saint rosaries feature sterling silver 3/4 x 1/2 inch patron saint medals and choice of three crucifix styles, on a silver-plate chain.

We offer a selection of 12 colors to pair with the Regular and Large crucifixes:

• Garnet Red (January)
• Amethyst Purple (February)
• Aquamarine Blue (March)
• Crystal White (April)
• Emerald Green (May)
• Light Amethyst Purple (June)
• Ruby Red (July)
• Peridot Green (August)
• Sapphire Blue (September)
• Tourmaline Pink (October)
• Topaz Yellow (November)
• Zircon Blue (December)

As well as seven additional options for the Special crucifix:

• 6mm Genuine Hematite
• 8mm Genuine Hematite
• 7mm Brown
• 8x5mm Genuine Black Onyx
• 8x6mm Genuine Black Onyx
• 7mm Genuine Black Onyx
• 7mm Aurora Borealis

A former weaver, Anthony was ordained as Bishop before founding the congregation of Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. In Cuba, he was made Archbishop of Santiago where he reinstituted the archdiocese and recommended family-owned farms. He was later made Chaplain for Queen Isabella II before being exiled to Paris with her. He spent his last days preaching to the French.

Born: 12/23/1807, Barcelona, Spain
Died: 10/24/1870, Narbonne, France
Patronage: Weavers, Claretians, Technical & Vocational Educators
Feast Day: October 24

All Bliss saint medal products are handmade in Rhode Island at every stage of production and include a lifetime manufacturer guarantee against tarnish or damage.

Brand: Catholic Inspirations