St. James the Lesser 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

One of Jesus' Apostles, Saint James was given the title 'the Lesser' because he is the younger of the two Apostles named James. He is the brother of Saint Jude Thaddeus and a cousin of Jesus. It is said that he claimed to fast until Christ rose again and would have starved if Jesus had not appeared and made a meal for James.

Died: circa 62 Jerusalem
Patronage: Apothecaries, Dying People, Pharmacists, Hat makers
Feast Day: May 3

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