Onyx Anglican Rosary Beads

The Anglican  Rosary also known as Anglican Prayer Beads or Anglican Chaplet are Christian Prayer Beads used predominantly by Anglicans aswell as other Christian Denominations including Methodists and the Reformed. 

33 beads in total signify the number of years Jesus lived on Earth. 

The beads are grouped in four lots of seven which signify the days of creation separated by 4 larger beads called the Cruciform. When the Anglican Prayer beads are opened in a circle the cruciform beads form the sign of the cross. 

The 33rd bead above the cross is called the Invitatory bead which completes the 33 beads. 

Onyx: 

The name comes from the Latin word onyx which means ‘claw’.  It is known a as the stone of self control.  It is a useful stone in times of confusion.

It is usually found in Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Czech Republic, Madagascar and Germany.