No. 7721BM Irish Penal Crucifix - Base Metal - 2"

This crucifix CANNOT be engraved. The symbols on this crucifix mean - Front side -   HAMMER: For the nails of the Cross  HALO: Crown of Thorns was not usually shown  JUG or CHALICE: The Last Supper  CORDS for BINDING: Symbolize the Scourging at the Pillar  SPEAR: Piercing the side of Jesus  Reverse side - CROCK and POT: Symbolizing the early apocryphal legend relating to Judas the betrayer.  Also the resting cock which suddenly came to life and crowed, thus prophesizing the resurrection.  THREE NAILS: Tools of the Crucifixion