Description

This magnificent oversized rosary is a true showstopper — featuring large teardrop and irregular-shaped beads individually carved or molded with religious imagery, likely depicting saints, the Virgin Mary, and holy scenes throughout. The centerpiece medallion bears a detailed bas-relief portrait of a holy figure, possibly Saint Teresa or the Virgin Mary in prayer, set within a shield-shaped frame with ornate borders, while the crucifix terminus is a long, flat carved piece depicting the Crucifixion surrounded by decorative foliage and text. The beads have an aged bone or resin appearance with rich dark antiquing in the recesses, lending incredible depth and character to each figure, and the entire strand is linked with fine metal chain in the traditional rosary configuration. The sheer scale and detail of this piece suggests ecclesiastical or display use, possibly Spanish, Italian, or Latin American in origin, likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century — a genuine collector's centerpiece.

This petite companion rosary features classic oval white milk glass or plastic beads strung on fine silver-tone chain links, with a small devotional centerpiece medallion and a simple silver-tone Latin crucifix pendant. Clean, elegant, and functional, this traditional format rosary is a lovely everyday devotional piece and makes a wonderful companion to the large carved rosary in this lot.

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