Saint Benedict
The Benedict Red Cord
Trusting God's help when strength runs low
Your friend is worn out and hides it well. A red cord at her wrist with Saint Benedict, to remind her she can lean on God.
Discover what it means- Protection you keep on you, wherever you go
- Arrives in our gift box, ready to give
Order processed within 24 hours on business days
- Free shippingTracked to your door
- 30-day returnsEasy & simple
- 1-year warrantyAgainst defects
Size guide
Find your bracelet size
Measure at home in 2 minutes
You need a strip of paper (or a string or shoelace), a pen and a ruler.
- Wrap the strip around your wrist, just above the wrist bone, snug but not tight.
- Mark with the pen where the end overlaps.
- Lay it flat and measure from the end to the mark: that is your wrist size.
- Find your wrist in the table below and read the bracelet length, close fit or looser.
Already have a bracelet that fits well? Lay it flat, clasp closed, measure it end to end and order that length.
No ruler? A bank card is 3.4" long: count how many fit along your strip.
| Your wrist | Bracelet for a snug fit | For a relaxed fit |
|---|---|---|
| 5.5 in | 6.1 in | 6.5 in |
| 5.9 in | 6.5 in | 6.9 in |
| 6.3 in | 6.9 in | 7.3 in |
| 6.7 in | 7.3 in | 7.7 in |
| 7.1 in | 7.7 in | 8.1 in |
| 7.5 in | 8.1 in | 8.5 in |
| 7.9 in | 8.5 in | 8.9 in |
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Product details
A thin red cord, knotted by hand at intervals, holds a gold-tone Saint Benedict medal with red and black enamel. The saint on one side, the cross of protection on the other.
- Material
- Braided cord, alloy medal
- Finish
- Red cord, gold-tone medal with red and black enamel
- Length
- Adjustable, about 15 to 28 cm
- Symbol
- Saint Benedict medal
- Weight
- 2.8 g
- Packaging
- Signature gift box and polishing cloth
How to wear it
A thin red cord holds a small gold-tone Saint Benedict medal with red and black enamel, and the sliding knot adjusts from about 15 to 28 cm, so it fits almost any wrist, from a teenager to a large adult hand. At 2.8 g you barely feel it, and it sits easily next to a watch or other bracelets.
Cord and enamel last longer when kept dry, so take it off before a shower or a swim. It is a light, everyday gift for a goddaughter at confirmation, a mother on Mother's Day, or a friend who needs strength.
Questions
Will The Benedict Red Cord fit an older child as well as an adult?
Yes. The sliding knot adjusts from about 15 to 28 cm (6 to 11 in), from a slim wrist to a large one.
How do I adjust it?
Pull the two cord ends to tighten it, and slide the knot apart to loosen it. The small gold-tone beads at the ends stop it from slipping off.
Does water affect the red cord or the enamel of The Benedict Red Cord?
Yes. Water can stretch the braided cord and dull the red and black enamel, so take it off before a shower or a swim.
Why a red cord?
Red is the color of this bracelet's design and sets off the red enamel of the medal. The meaning comes from the Saint Benedict medal itself.
What do the letters around the cross of The Benedict Red Cord medal say?
They are the initials of an old prayer that opens with: may the holy cross be my light. Catholics wear the medal as a sign of faith against evil, not as a charm.
Is the 2.8 g Benedict Red Cord discreet enough for a man?
Yes. The thin cord and small enameled medal barely show, and the knot opens to about 28 cm for a large wrist.
The prayer
Crux sacra sit mihi lux, non draco sit mihi dux. Vade retro Satana, numquam suade mihi vana. Sunt mala quae libas, ipse venena bibas. (May the holy cross be my light; let not the dragon be my guide. Begone, Satan, never suggest vain things to me. What you offer is evil; drink the poison yourself.)
Prayer of the Saint Benedict medal, in Latin with its English translation
Shipping & returns
Free standard shipping on every order. Your order is processed within 24 hours on business days, then shipped with tracking.
Every order arrives in our signature gift box, with a microfiber cloth to keep your piece shining.
- OrderToday
- ProcessedWithin 24 hours
- DeliveredTo your door, tracked
Returns. You have 30 days after delivery to return your piece, unworn and in its original packaging.
1-year warranty & care
Covered for 1 year against manufacturing defects: a clasp that fails, a stone that falls out without impact, a structural defect. Send your order number and 3 to 4 photos and we ship a replacement once your claim is approved, with no return needed. Full warranty
- Daily wear: Put your jewelry on last, after lotions, perfume and hairspray.
- Water: Take it off before swimming or showering to keep the finish bright.
- Storage: Keep it in its signature gift box so it does not rub against other jewelry.
- Cleaning: Wipe it with the microfiber cloth included, after wearing.
Its meaning
The cross of Saint Benedict
The Saint Benedict medal honors the sixth-century monk whose Rule shaped monastic life in the West. Its front shows the saint holding the cross and his Rule. On the back, the letters around the cross begin a Latin prayer: may the holy cross be my light, let not the dragon be my guide. Catholics wear it as a sign of trust in God's help against evil, and many keep it on through the day. Here a gold-tone alloy medal with red and black enamel hangs from a thin braided red cord, with a sliding knot...
Giving it as a gift
For a goddaughter at her confirmation, a mother on Mother's Day, or a friend who needs strength. A light everyday bracelet that fits most wrists and is easy to wear with a watch.
