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Posted by garnetflecker
17 years ago
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Very long rosary.  When I hold it up at head level it hits the floor, and Im about 5 ft tall.  Each bead is about the size of a quarter.  Its heavy, not sure what its made of but maybe some sort of stone.  The material has little tiny holes in some  places, like its porous.  Has "NRI" carved above the jesus and crucifix.  The beads have four pictures carved around them, 2 of mary and baby, 2 of jesus' face.  
Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium stone, maybe?
Distinguishing marks NRI
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 5 ft long when held up
Weight 3lb
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Price Paid (If known) $2
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wallyh 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

<p>possibly bone, maybe resin........pics are a bit out of focus, interesting item.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>
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garnetflecker 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

it kind of looks like it could be bone.  creepy.
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wallyh 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

not uncommon for a rosary to be made out of bone, but the size of yours is unusual and probably belonged to a nun from a convent, or a monastery monk.   Who knows.<br />
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garnetflecker 🌱 Newbie 17 years ago

I found it on  website now.  its alabaster and only worth about $60.  But hey, I only paid $2.

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