Catholic Olive Wood Crucifix with Elements (35 cm / 13.75”) #CR159

This traditional, purist Orthodox Cross is handmade in the Holy Land from sustainably harvested, authentic Bethlehem Olivewood.This cross is an exact replica of the first handmade crosses made in Bethlehem. Its simple design dates back to many centuries ago when Eastern European and Greek Christians first began making pilgrimages to Bethlehem and sought souvenirs to take back home with them. Therefore, this piece along with our Hand-Strung Plain Olive Wood Rosary created the olivewood handicraft sector in Bethlehem.This item includes a certificate of authenticity verifying the materials and techniques used to make this product.Size: 22 cm (8.75″)

This beautifully finished Catholic Crucifix is handmade in the Holy Land from sustainably harvested, authentic Bethlehem Olivewood with a metallic Jesus figurine, INRI plaque, and embedded glass capsules with brass bezels that contain soil, stones, flower petals, and olive leaf flakes from Bethlehem.This item includes a certificate of authenticity verifying the materials and techniques used to make this product.Size: 25 cm (9.75″)