The rosary is thought to have originated in the year 1208. The cross, as a symbol of Christendom, is loved as a spiritual, protective and ornamental emblem throughout the entire world. Not so long ago, one could browse the stalls of French antique markets and come upon desirable little objects that had been loved through several generations of owners. Some believe that each owner has imparted a bit of their personal spirit and history that makes pondering such objects all the more…