Bone and Glass Rosary Chaplet Talisman Bracelet, Legba, saints, Road Opener

Made with emblems and symbols associated with Road Opening and removing obstacles in folk tradition, including a vertebra bead (unknown, found in the woods on my farm), a tiny skeleton key charm, a double-sided pewter medal of St. Peter and St. Paul (from Italy), and a pewter crucifix with red enamel detailing (from Italy).

St. Peter was appointed by Christ as the first pope of the church, and the keys signify his authority as its first prelate and the authority of the church to bind and loose -- basically to open and close the gates of heaven. This is essentially what gives the church the authority to administer the sacrament of reconciliation and thus forgive sins.

This key symbolism makes it easy to see why St. Peter is called upon in some folk traditions and religions to remove obstacles and open doors that need opening. This explains how St. Peter is associated with the lwa Legba in some houses in Haitian and New World vodou, as Legba rules all doors and roads. Accordingly, this chaplet bracelet could also serve as a devotional item to honor Legba.

You'll receive the specific item pictured. As it's made with stainless steel memory wire, it's one-size-fits-all, but if you have questions about customization, feel free to message me.

All spiritual and devotional pieces are made with care and intent with respect to traditional origins, lore, and practices, all of which I'm happy to answer questions about.