Description

LARGE ANTIQUE SAN DAMIANO CROSS (ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI) The cross that God spoke through to tell Francis to ‘go rebuild my church’ This rare, hard to find antique medal is old and worn, age unknown. (Original of this crucifix may be seen in Assisi (Italy) at the Basilica of St Clare.

ST FRANCIS’ SIGNATURE: Back shows the blessing with the Tau cross that was Francis’ signature. Note the base of the ‘Tau’ cross comes out of an irregular rectangle which represents the grave of Adam. You can see the skull inside of the grave. Again, this was the traditional signature of Francis as it was the ancient belief that Christ was crucified over the ancient grave of Adam. It symbolizes Christ’s victory over death. Read more in our history section.

ST FRANCIS BLESSING: “May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He show His face to you and be merciful to you. May He turn His countenance to you and give you peace. The Lord bless you”. [originally addressed to Brother Leo]

This larger size works best on our rosaries. We also have a small and medium size. (ECRX.685-SMALL)    http://ait.devops.design/domains/wp/rosaryworkshop2/product/small-san-damiano-crucifix-europe-19c-1-5-in-ecrx-685/ or (ECRX.789 – MEDIUM) http://ait.devops.design/domains/wp/rosaryworkshop2/product/medium-san-damiano-crucifix-europe-19c-1-75-in-ecrx-789/ Note: Both Small & Large have prayer on back.

ABOUT OUR MEDALS: All medals on our site are hand cast in sterling silver or solid bronze from antiques and vintage pieces then antiqued to restore original patina. Now available in White Bronze.

PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE: (pricing determined by gram wt of metals at time of casting)  PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VERY SOLID AND HEAVY PIECE FOR ITS SIZE HENCE THE EXPENSIVE PRICE FOR (STERLING).

BRONZE = $35  (shown left)  (avg. gr. weight = 13.8)
STERLING = $131  (shown center)  (avg. gr. weight = 16.9)
WHITE BRONZE = $25  (shown right)  (avg. gr. weight = 10.3)

(actual size: 2.6250 in. H x 1.5625 in. W, including bail)