Gold-Plated St. Benedict Medal Bracelet with 4 Interchangeable Elastic Velvet Cords 7-inch

A golden Saint Benedict medal framed by a twisted rope border, with an elastic velvet cord for every day of your week. This gold-plated St. Benedict medal bracelet arrives on a black elastic velvet cord with three more cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua, so you can keep this beloved sacramental close while matching whatever you wear. Made in Spain in the tradition of Spanish devotional jewelry. About the Design The 0.6-inch medal shows the traditional Saint Benedict cross with its Latin initials in clear relief, crowned by the word PAX and encircled by a twisted rope border. It features 24K gold plating with a matte antique gold finish, a soft, warm tone that gives the medal a timeless heirloom look. Gold-plated bar connectors on each side hold a soft, flat elastic velvet cord, 0.4 inches wide, that stretches to slip on and adjusts with a sliding gold-plated ring. Four interchangeable elastic velvet cords are included, so one medal becomes four different looks. Changing colors is simple: untie the knot, move the medal and ring to a new cord, and tie it again. About the Devotion Saint Benedict of Nursia, the father of Western monasticism, taught his monks to seek God through prayer and work. The medal that bears his name carries a cross with the Latin initials of a short prayer: "May the Holy Cross be my light; let not the dragon be my guide." Around the edge runs a prayer rejecting evil, asking Christ to keep temptation far away, and above it, the word PAX, the Benedictine motto of peace. Worn with faith, the Saint Benedict medal is not a charm but a sacramental, a reminder to turn to Christ and His Cross in every trial. Read more about the meaning of the Saint Benedict medal in our Catholic Journal. What's Included Gold-plated Saint Benedict medal with bar connectors and sliding gold-plated ring, mounted on a black elastic velvet cord. Three additional elastic velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua White jewelry gift box Specifications Medal Saint Benedict medal with PAX, cross, and Latin initials, rope border Medal size 0.6 in Base metal Metal alloy Plating 24K gold plating on the medal, connectors, and sliding ring Finish Matte antique gold finish Cords Flat elastic velvet cord, 0.4 in wide, 4 included Cord colors Black (mounted), navy blue, garnet, aqua Closure Sliding gold-plated ring, knotted ends Length 7 in at rest, stretches to slip on Made in Spain Packaging White jewelry gift box Who This Is For For anyone who turns to Saint Benedict in prayer and wants his medal close throughout the day, from the office to Sunday Mass. A meaningful gift for Confirmation, the Feast of Saint Benedict on July 11, Mother's Day, or anyone facing a season of spiritual struggle. Care Instructions Remove before showering, swimming, or exercising, since water and sweat wear down gold plating and can stiffen velvet. Keep perfume, lotion, and cleaning products away from the medal. Store the bracelet and spare elastic velvet cords flat in the gift box, away from direct sunlight, to protect the velvet colors. Wipe the medal gently with a soft, dry cloth, and avoid polishing cloths, which can alter the antique gold finish. Avoid overstretching the elastic cords when putting them on or taking them off. Frequently Asked Questions What do the letters on the Saint Benedict medal mean? The medal carries the initials of Latin prayers. On the cross: "Crux sacra sit mihi lux, non draco sit mihi dux" (May the Holy Cross be my light; let not the dragon be my guide). Around the edge, a prayer rejecting evil and temptation. PAX, at the top, means peace and is the motto of the Benedictine order. Which elastic velvet cord colors come with the bracelet? The bracelet arrives mounted on a black elastic velvet cord, with three additional elastic velvet cords in navy blue, garnet, and aqua included in the box. How do I change the elastic velvet cord? Untie the knot at the ends of the cord, slide the ring and the medal off, then thread the new cord through the bar connectors and the ring in the same order,r and tie the ends again. It takes about a minute. How do I adjust the bracelet? Each elastic velvet cord measures 7 inches at rest and stretches to slip over your hand. The gold-plated ring slides along the cord to tighten or loosen the fit, so it sits comfortably on most adult wrists. Is this bracelet solid gold? No. The medal is made of a metal alloy with a 24K gold plating in a matte antique gold finish. It is a newly made piece designed for everyday wear, with an heirloom look. What is the difference between this bracelet and the St. Benedict cross bracelet? This bracelet features a round 0.6-inch Saint Benedict medal with crisp lettering and includes four interchangeable velvet cords. The St. Benedict cross bracelet features a larger 1-inch cross with the medal at its center, in a more rustic antique gold finish with soft lettering, on a double black elastic cord. Can I wear it in water? We recommend removing it before showering or swimming to protect the gold plating and the velvet. Is the bracelet blessed? Our pieces are not sold blessed. Any priest can bless it for you. The Church also has a traditional rite for blessing Saint Benedict medals, which you can ask your parish priest about. The Guadalupe Gifts Promise Guadalupe Gifts® is a family company founded by the Valerio family in Weston, Florida. We choose every piece with the same care we bring to our own faith, drawing on the devotional craftsmanship traditions of Mexico, Spain, and beyond. We describe our materials honestly, so you always know exactly what you are wearing. Shipping and Returns See our Returns and Exchanges policy. 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