Wear the sign of St. Francis: a Tau cross cut from olive wood — the simple Franciscan cross form treasured since the thirteenth century.
Size: 1" 1/4 x 1" (3 cm x 2.5 cm)
Material: Olive wood — natural grain varies, so each cross differs slightly from the picture, but not in size or shape
Blessing: Blessed by Pope Leo XIV
Shipping: Ships from Rome, Italy
St. Anthony of Egypt bore the tau on his cloak, and Francis of Assisi adopted it as his personal signature after hearing Pope Innocent III speak on the symbol. It remains the emblem of the Franciscan Order today — a plain, honest cross for a plain, honest devotion.
Care
Keep wood away from water and direct heat. A soft dry cloth is all it needs.
Shipping from Rome
Standard shipping: tracked from Rome, usually 10 to 15 business days. FREE from $150.
UPS door to door: about 3 to 5 business days.
Duties and tariffs are included with both options: nothing to pay on delivery. You receive your tracking number by email.
What is the difference between a cross and a crucifix?
A crucifix shows the body of Christ on the cross; a cross does not. Both are signs of faith.
What is it made of?
Material: Wood. Care tips are just above, under Care.
How long does shipping take?
Standard shipping usually takes 10 to 15 business days and is free from $150; UPS door to door takes about 3 to 5. Duties and tariffs are included with both, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.
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