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This listing is for an item from Seller's personal collection, which encompasses a lifetime's joy discovering unusual, sometimes quite rare, items. Specifically, this listing is:

This item is a traditional Catholic 5-decade prayer rosary, designed as a devotional aid for meditative prayer, reflection, and spiritual practice. Craftsmanship points to European production (likely Italian or French manufacture), dating approximately from the early-to-mid 20th century (c. 1920s–1950s). The piece features hand-shaped, dark-stained wooden oval beads linked by a brass/base-metal wire chain, featuring a detailed brass crucifix and a triangular Virgin Mary centerpiece medal. A notable element of these vintage wooden rosaries is how the wooden beads naturally absorb skin oils over decades of use, developing a smooth, rich luster that makes each piece uniquely tactile and historical.

This would be a great addition to a personal collection, for decorative display, or other use.

The item is in very good to excellent condition for its age, with any noteworthy condition observations listed below. Please note many details are in the Item Specifics section, which eBay requires. Funky lighting and coloration visible in images are a result of scanning or photography -- Seller is not a professional!

Condition Notes: See photos. Pre-owned, vintage/antique condition. Shows authentic age-appropriate patina and tarnish on the metal crucifix, chain links, and Virgin Mary centerpiece, along with natural wear and smooth polish on the carved wooden beads. All beads, links, center medal, and crucifix are fully intact and securely connected.

Rulers, stands, or props in photos are not included with this item. Any newspaper clippings or similar images that are not specifically taken of or from the item are included for information only.

Seller is not responsible for uninsured loss. We are renowned for packaging and shipping, and we do our best to ensure your item is received as described. But we are not the mail or package handlers.

"Best Offer" option is disabled. However, Seller is very willing to negotiate with Buyers who present serious offers for bundle deals or higher-priced items. Please send a message with details.

Seller will combine shipping on items closing within 3 days of each other. Please let Seller know if you are watching or bidding on other items.

This seller's individual account is independent, but the seller encourages you to check out the individual accounts of family members. We are divesting of thousands of treasures from individual lifetime collections and the inherited inventory of a family business that began in 1955.

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