The San Damiano Cross is the cross before which St. Francis of Assisi was praying when he is said to have received the commission from the Lord to rebuild the Church This Attractive San Damiano Cross Pendant is 32 mm Tall Antique Finish to Highlight detail Comes with a 24 inch 1.8mm Sterling Silver Italian Curb Chain Solid 925 Sterling Silver This Crucifix Necklace is made from Solid Sterling Silver and Oxidized Finished to Highlight the Details. Available with or without a Silver Chain. The Crucifix is a principal symbol of the Christian religion. It is primarily used in the Catholic Church but is also used in some Lutheran churches Anglican churches and Eastern Orthodox churches and it emphasizes Jesus' sacrifice his death by crucifixion which Christians believe brought about the redemption of mankind.