4.5mm oval hematite faceted beads rosary with an antiqued silver plated crucifix and U.S. Navy center. The centerpiece features the seal of the United States Navy on the front, slightly raised in the center. Around the outside of the seal are the words, "United States Navy" in a circle. On the back is a raised depiction of St. Michael the archangel surrounded by the words, "St. Michael Protect Me" on top. Traditionally, Saint Michael is considered to be the patron saint of the military, as he is the defender of heaven. The centerpiece measures 15/16 inches and the crucifix measures 1-7/8 inches. The rosary chain measures 43 inches (doubled to reflect the round nature of the rosary) inches. The rosary circular length is 15 inches with a drop chain length of 3-3/4 inches. The one sided length is 18-3/4 inches. Includes an elegant deluxe velour jewelry box with two loops.
