This high quality, two-sided St Benedict rosary crucifix is 2 inches in height and .4cm in thickness. It is made in Italy, silver oxidized and accented with brown enamel. The medal on the crucifix serves as protection against evil and temptation, secures a timely and healthy birth for children as well as protection against body afflictions and contagious diseases. St Benedict is the patron saint of Kidney disease and schoolchildren. This crucifix is also known as the cross of a Happy Death. An inspirational crucifix for most any use. Silver oxidized with the finest finish in the world, as only the Italians can do.