This is a beautiful Italian silver St Jude medal, 1" long with a Rose engraved on the back and Pray for Us Italy It comes on a 20" sterling silver snake chain with lobster claw clasp stamped 925 purchase include a St Jude prayer card Patronage: Lost causes, Desperate SituationsFeast Day: October 28 St. Jude is the Patron Saint of the Impossible, Hopeless cases and things almost despaired of. He was one of Jesus’ original twelve Apostles. St. Jude is traditionally depicted carrying the image of Jesus in his hand. This recalls one of his miracles during his work spreading the Word of God. King Abagar of Edessa asked Jesus to cure him of leprosy and sent an artist to bring him a drawing of Jesus. Impressed with Abagar’s great faith, Jesus pressed His face on a cloth, leaving the image of His face on it. He gave the cloth to St. Jude, who took the image to Abagar and cured him. Today St Jude has been credited with answering many prayers. Millions of people around the world turn to St. Jude for his intercession and assistance. Don't forget to see my St Jude Paracord Rosary Beads! See all my items at https://www.ebay.com/usr/uniquefinds119