This beautifully detailed, die-cast, Italian made St. Benedict metal crucifix is 3 inches tall, 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, Silver oxidized with the finest finish in the world, as only the Italians can do.