This Saint Benedict rosary is made of silver-toned zinc alloy -- The beads measure 8mm and are made of lightly colored olive wood -- Features a detailed two sided Saint Benedict medal centerpiece and accent beads -- The entire rosary measures 19 inches in total length, with a 1 1/2 inch silver-tone crucifix -- Invoke the blessing and protection of St. Benedict in your home or vehicle with this elegant, wood bead rosary -- The story of Saint Benedict is one filled with overcoming hardship, and the medal encapsulates this in it's entirety. The front features Saint Benedict of Nursia with a cross in one hand and the Rule in the other, symbolizing the work of generalization carried out by Benedict during his life. This is surrounded by the workds "Ejus in obitu nostro praesentia muniamus.", or "May his presence at our death fortify us.". The back displays an image of the cross with several letters that display prominent meanings: CSSML "Crux sacra sit mihi lux. Nunquam draco sit mihi dux.", or "May the holy cros be my light. May the dragon never be my guide.". CSPB "Crux Sancti Partris Benedicti." or "The cross of our holy father, Benedict", and VRSNSMV - SMQLIVB "Vade retro Satana. Nunquam suade mihi vana. Sunt mala quae libas. Ipse venena bibas." or "Begone Satan. Never tempt me with your vanities. What you offer me is evil. Drink the poison yourself."