St. Damien of Molokai 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

Born Joseph de Veuster in Belgium, he joined the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary in place of his brother. Sent to Hawaii, he was ordained a bishop and sent to work with people with leprosy. Moved by their suffering, he spent 16 years caring for their needs until he also caught the disease. He was described as 'the Martyr of charity'.

Born: 1/3/1840, Belgium
Died: 4/15/1889, Molokai, Hawaii
Patronage: People with leprosy.
Feast Day: May 10

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