{"product_id":"iona-saint-columba-catholic-rosary-maple-bronze","title":"Iona Saint Columba Catholic Rosary - Maple \u0026 Bronze","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eA flagship five-decade Catholic rosary with a distinctive story connecting Saint Columba, Iona, Ireland and Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDesigned and handmade in Paisley, Scotland, this rosary combines dark oval maple beads, hand-knotted cord and original bronze metalwork created specifically for Paisley Honey. The Saint Columba centre and Iona cross are our own designs rather than standard bought-in religious components, giving retailers a genuinely differentiated alternative to mass-produced devotional goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe front of the reversible medal depicts Saint Columba with a book and crozier, surrounded by the bird, boat, church and water associated with his life and journey to Iona. A small bee forms part of the design as Paisley Honey’s maker’s mark and a symbol of patience, community and shared work. The reverse carries a raised map of Scotland within flowing Celtic interlace and botanical details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eThe long bronze cross is our original interpretation of the historic high crosses of Iona, particularly Saint Martin’s Cross. Its ringed form, sculpted bosses and deeply textured panels give the piece strong visual presence while remaining tactile and comfortable to use in prayer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eMaple, bronze and cord were chosen as warm, humble and enduring materials. The rosary is substantial enough to feel reassuring in the hand but remains relatively light at approximately 50 g. Its story and materials make it particularly well suited to Catholic gift shops, cathedral and abbey shops, Celtic and heritage retailers, pilgrimage destinations and stores serving Irish and Scottish diaspora communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eSaint Columba—also known as Colum Cille—has enduring significance across Ireland and Scotland. This makes the rosary a meaningful choice for prayer, pilgrimage, confirmation, reception into the Church, ordination, remembrance and other important moments of faith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Traditional five-decade Catholic rosary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Dark oval maple wood beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Original reversible Saint Columba bronze centre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Original bronze Iona Celtic cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Hand-knotted brown cord construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Main loop circumference: approximately 70 cm \/ 27.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Weight: approximately 50 g \/ 1.8 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e• Handmade in Paisley, Scotland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paisley Honey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67665097261224,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/8520\/8232\/files\/saint-columba-of-iona-catholic-rosary-maple-wood-bronze-01.png?v=1792000654","url":"https:\/\/morningsidegifts.com\/products\/iona-saint-columba-catholic-rosary-maple-bronze","provider":"Morningside Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}