St. Barnabas 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

Barnabas, a Jewish convert, is often considered an Apostle but he is not one of the Twelve Apostles. He believed in the ChurchÔs mission to Gentiles, and worked with St. Paul in Asia and Cyprus. Barnabas is often depicted standing near stones while holding the Gospel of Saint Matthew, the image of him while he was stoned to death in Salamis.

Born: Cyprus
Died: circa 61, Salamis
Patronage: Cyprus, Antioch, against hailstorms, invoked as peace maker.
Feast Day: June 11

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