Rosary Size: 18" long with 1 1/2" metal crucifix & metal centerpiece Comes in a gift bag Made in Italy Perfect high quality rosary The beads are hematite Beautiful high quality set The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer. It begins with the Apostles' Creed, which summarizes the great mysteries of the Catholic faith. The Our Father, which introduces each mystery, is from the Gospels. The first part of the Hail Mary is the angel's words announcing Christ's birth and Elizabeth's greeting to Mary. St. Pius V officially added the second part of the Hail Mary. The Mysteries of the Rosary center on the events of Christ's life. There are four sets of Mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and the Luminous. Perfect Rosary for First Holy Communion. Hematite metal beads with metal crucifix and centerpiece. Comes in a gift bag ready for giving.