Prayer Beads - Iona Cross

This cross design is based upon an ancient caved rock, known as St Columba's pillow, that was found on the sacred Isle of Iona. The silver cross was cast from the original mould created by the legendary Iona Silversmith, Alexander Ritchie; and passed down through successive generations of his family line.

They are only available through our little shop and AosDana Silversmiths on Iona, where the family tradition of excellent Silversmithcraft continues today. The antique-finished cross is hand-made on Iona and bears a unique Iona hallmark.

You may also be interested in our instruction CD, "Praying with the Paidirean".

ADD ON - Trinity Knot

If you wish to include this solid silver Trinity Knot in your paidrean design, please add this item into your cart. We offer this as an add-on purchase because the high quality craftsmanship of this item increases the total cost of your paidirean.

Price: £30.00

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ADD ON - Trinity Knot

The Trinity knot is pictured here with our rosewood paidirean, but your Trinity Knot will of course be added to whatever beads you have chosen from the selection below.

Paidirean-dubh (Ebony Paidirean)

The darkness of the ebony beads looks wonderful against this little silver cross.

Price: £110.00

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Paidirean-dubh (Ebony Paidirean)

The overall length of this paidirean is such that, on most people, it reaches down to just below the heart.

Bead size - approx. 5mm.
Cross size - approx 21 mm x 25 mm.

Rose Quartz Paidirean / Iona Cross

This soft-rose shaded semi-precious gemstone is said to activate the heart, which, in the Céile Dé tradition is often called the "virgin womb of our spiriitual re-birth".

Price: £130.00

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Rose Quartz Paidirean / Iona Cross

The overall length of this paidirean is such that, on most people, it reaches down to just below the heart.

Bead size - approx. 5mm wide.
Cross size - 21 mm x 25 mm in diameter.

Anam Choille Paidirean / Iona Cross

Anam Choille means "Soul of the Forest in Gaelic". Amber has long been associated with both healing and the Spiritual Life. These beautiful cognac-coloured beads are always warm to the touch and light weight to wear, which may be why they have always been such a popular choice for prayer beads.

Price: £200.00

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Anam Choille Paidirean / Iona Cross
The overall length of this paidirean is such that, on most people, it reaches down to a little below the heart. Bead size - approx 5.5mm wide. Cross size - 21 mm x 25 mm.

King of The Forest Paidirean / Iona Cross

A paidirean honouring the King of the Forest, the Stag. These beads are carved from antlers that were naturally cast by Stags and so no animal has been harmed in their harvesting. The honey-coloured beads are hard wearing, will last a lifetime and become slightly translucent with frequent use.

Price: £120.00

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King of The Forest Paidirean / Iona Cross
The overall length of this paidirean is such that, on most people, it reaches down to just below the heart. Bead size - approx. 5mm wide. Cross size - 21 x 25 mm.