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St. Benedict's Cross with Medal in Olive Wood from Val Gardena

SKU: 1621500U01600U

St. Benedict's Cross with Medal in Olive Wood from Val Gardena

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Fine olive wood
Hand carved
Spiritual protection
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Description

The St. Benedict Dolfi Cross is a sublime encounter between sacred art and the purity of nature. This Latin cross is made entirely of precious olive wood, a material revered for its biblical roots and for its marked veins ranging from golden brown to dark olive green, making each piece visually distinctive and deeply symbolic.

The finish was designed to maintain a natural and semi-matte appearance, enhancing the wood grain without covering its intrinsic beauty. The focal point of the cross is the St. Benedict Medal, perfectly set in the center. The metallic element, with its antique silver appearance, creates an elegant chromatic contrast with the warmth of the wood. The attention to detail and the precision of the carving are the result of the centuries-old craftsmanship of Val Gardena, a guarantee of quality and durability over time. Available in various sizes, from 16 cm up to 40 cm, it is an ideal object for domestic devotion.

Detail & Meaning
Il cuore spirituale di questa croce è la Medaglia Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti, un potente sacramentale riconosciuto dalla Chiesa come simbolo di protezione e preghiera esorcistica. La medaglia raffigura San Benedetto che tiene in mano la Croce e la sua Regola. I simboli laterali – il corvo che si allontana con il pane avvelenato e la coppa spezzata da cui fuoriesce un serpente – rappresentano la vittoria del Santo contro i tentativi di avvelenamento. Le iscrizioni, in particolare le iniziali latine sul retro (come V.R.S.N.S.M.V., che significa "Vade Retro Satana"), sono preghiere di liberazione dal male, culminando nella parola "PAX" (Pace) posta sopra il capo del Santo.
Story
San Benedetto da Norcia (480-547 d.C.) è il fondatore del monachesimo occidentale e patrono d'Europa. La Medaglia di San Benedetto è uno dei sacramentali più antichi e diffusi nella Chiesa. Le prime croci che incorporavano simboli riconducibili al Santo risalgono all'epoca medievale. La medaglia come la conosciamo oggi, con le sue precise iscrizioni esorcistiche, fu formalizzata nel 1742 grazie all'approvazione di Papa Benedetto XIV. L'uso del legno di ulivo per la croce si collega simbolicamente alla storia biblica e al Monte degli Ulivi, aggiungendo uno strato di sacralità e durata al manufatto.
Shipping & Returns

Free shipping in Europe over €79

Delivery times:

  • Italy: 2-4 days
  • Europe: 3-7 days
  • Rest of the world: 7-15 days

Professional packaging to protect your handcrafted piece during transport.

Tracking included - you will receive the number to track your shipment.

Costs calculated automatically at checkout based on weight and destination.

You can return the product within 14 days of receipt if you do not like it with 100% refund

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  • The piece must be in the same condition as when you received it
  • Original packaging
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Every piece is unique 100% Made in Italy 4.8/5 Reviews from happy customers
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Wood selection

Everything starts with the choice of fine and sustainable woods, carefully selected for resistance, grain and quality.

Hand carved

Every piece is sculpted by skilled artisans who transform wood into unique shapes, with precision and passion.

Finishing and shipping

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