Limited Edition Basilica of Saint Mary Rosaries For Sale

The Basilica of Saint Mary has commissioned beautiful, limited-edition rosaries. The rosaries have been crafted by the renowned firm, Ghirelli of Rome.

Ghirelli has designed the gift rosaries donated by our last three Holy Fathers during their apostolic journeys and audiences. In addition, Ghirelli has designed the rosary collections of the Vatican Museums, the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris and the International Shrine of Fatima.

There are currently two rosaries available from the Basilica of Saint Mary.

More information about these rosaries is below. You can purchase a rosary by using the Faith Direct links below or contacting the parish office at 703-836-4100.

225th Anniversary Rosary

This Basilica of Saint Mary 225 Anniversary Rosary was crafted in 2020 to commemorate the 225th anniversary of our parish. With your gift of $80, you are making a $40 tax-deductible donation to assist the parish in the care and maintenance of our historic church. Click here to purchase on Faith Direct or call the parish office at 703-836-4100.

This crucifix of Our Lord Jesus Christ is a replica of the one that graces the Sanctuary of the Basilica. Ornately painted and life-size, mounted above the Tabernacle and the Altar of Reservation, this crucifix has withstood the damage of the earthquake of 2011 that damaged the “right arm” of Our Blessed Lord and spared the Tabernacle. The crucifix was installed in the late 1940s under the pastorate of Msgr. Edward L. Stephens (1943 – 1959).

The blue-enameled Miraculous Medal was chosen to match the blue crystal “Ave” beads and to give homage to the color most commonly associated with Our Lady. Ghirelli designed this Rosary with eight-millimeter blue “Cathedral Aves” of Czech crystal to match the enamel of the Miraculous Medal centerpiece. These Czech fire-polished glass beads have faceted sides and intricate metallic, enhanced detailing on the top and bottom of each bead. Like the “Hail Mary” recited, each bead is a treasure in itself, adding a unique character to this heirloom Rosary.

Each of the Paters has been designed with an image of the statue of Our Lady that graces the Sanctuary of the Basilica of Saint Mary. The Paters also bear various titles particular to Our Lady from the Litany of Loreto. These titles have been chosen to mark the unique role of Our Lady in the protection of the Basilica and all who have devotion here for more than two centuries.

 

Basilica Children's Rosary

In 2021, the Basilica of Saint Mary Rosary commissioned a Basilica Children’s Rosary.

Similar in its design elements to the Basilica’s 225th Anniversary Rosary, it is contained in a white rosary pouch and is accompanied with a gift card for your use.

With your gift of $40 you are making a $10 tax-deductible donation to assist the parish in the care and maintenance of our historic church.

Click here to purchase on Faith Direct or call the parish office at 703-836-4100.

 

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