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1578 GERMAN WOODCUT This German woodcut dated 1578 shows a man with one hand on a dog and the left hand praying on a 'Gebetskette Zehner' or a Prayer Chain - 'Tenner' (10 beads) ending in a tassel. Tassels on rosaries / chaplets were symbolic of 'wiping away the tears of sin or sorrow'. A crucifix was often attached to the skirt of the tassel. Also note the 'thumb
ring' attached to the other end of the chaplet. It will be transferred
to all 5 fingers to complete the 5 decades of the rosary.
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'GEBETSKETTE ZEHNERS' - PAGE 1 of 2 (POPULAR WITH MEN FOR CENTURIES) A recent trip to Germany opened up the beautiful world of 'Gebetskette Zehners' or prayer chains with 10 beads. We thought the Penal Chaplet was the origin of this design but it appears to be much older and more universal. We have some silver 'Zehners' dated mid 1800s and the antique dealer (Oberammergau) explained they were men's chaplets (see below). + The actual inspiration for the chaplets below may be seen in the magnificent German book DER ROZENKRANZ (Andacht Geschichte Kunst). One of the chaplets in the book shows a tassel at the end with a crucifix attached to the skirt. Dated 17c. on. for more information see STERLING AVES + JASPER PEBBLES FACETED CRYSTAL + CORAL AVES also see OPTIONAL MEDALLION CHOICE MORE - PAGE 2 of 2 |
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The medallions date back to the 1700s. The filigree design is traditionally found on 'Zehners' (10 bead chaplets), also called 'Tenners'. The CredoKreuz ('Credo Cross') is a reminder to pray the Creed and to ask for an increase of Faith, Hope and Love. |
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MADONNA MEDALLION (SHOWN / STERLING)
CHRIST CARRYING CROSS MEDALLION
then antiqued to restore original patina. 12.5 in. |
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~ JASPER PEBBLE AVE'S ~ |
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Matte Jasper pebbles are not only beautiful to behold, they are an invitation to prayer. shown in bronze with the Madonna Medallion. Also available with the Christ carrying the cross. (See below) |
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MADONNA MEDALLION (SHOWN / BRONZE)
CHRIST CARRYING CROSS MEDALLION
then antiqued to restore original patina. 12 in |
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~ FACETED CRYSTAL AVE'S ~ |
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The Faceted crystals carry a dusting of colors, note too, the rare handmade silver 'Pater' bead framed in handcast filigree caps. |
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MADONNA MEDALLION (SHOWN / SILVER)
CHRIST CARRYING CROSS MEDALLION
then antiqued to restore original patina. 13 in. |
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A magnificent filigree medal of Christ carrying the cross (shown here in bronze), followed by the traditional 'CredoKreuz.' The thumb ring is large enough to start on the thumb before moving to each finger as each decade of prayers is completed. |
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CHRIST CARRYING CROSS MEDALLION (SHOWN / BRONZE)
MADONNA MEDALLION
then antiqued to restore original patina. 12 in. |
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The two medallions used below, CHRIST CARRYING THE CROSS and the MADONNA are dated between the 17c - 18c. This openwork or 'filigree' styled medallion is traditional for the era and were originally from Europe but are also seen in New Spain (Latin America). The Zehners that inspired us are listed in German and Austrian Museum collections. Some had Pater beads, some had tassels, most had the small CREDOKREUZ (Creed Cross). Ours are available with either medallion. + ALL AVAILABLE WITH EITHER (Left: Christ carrying cross, Right: Madonna)
MEDALLIONS AVAILABLE ALONE For more information see SUPPLIES link (top of page) or enter information in the SEARCH ROSARY WORKSHOP FILED. You will find more information and pricing in the cart. All available in sterling or bronze. |
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24 The LORD bless you and keep you! 25 The LORD let his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you! 26 The LORD look upon you kindly and give you peace! |
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MISSION STATEMENT Our vision is to provide the finest handmade rosaries, chaplets and other fine religious art forms for personal worship we can make using the best supplies available. The Guild believes the work of our hands should give visual Glory to God, therefore for us, the best for you is very, very important. to see more zehners / chaplets MORE ZEHNERS - PAGE 2 of 2 ROSARY WORKSHOP MUSEUM also see SHOPPING CART - TOP OF PAGE |
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We believe the RosaryWorkshop.com is being directed to make our rosaries a more visual and symbolic journey of the dedication than it has in the past. You will not only see more of this direction used through color choices but in texture. When you see them, we hope you will be more visually in touch with the story. And when you pray them we hope 2000 years of history will melt. Not only with Our Lady as she tells the story of her beloved son, but with the one to whom the rosary is dedicated or the scripture passage that inspired it. We hope and pray this will help open up a 4th and new dimension of spirituality in your heart. |
