Catholic Antique WWI / WWII Military Issue Soldier Brass Pull Chain Bead Rosary†

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Catholic Antique WWI & WWII Military Issue Brass Pull Chain Bead RosaryBeautiful, antique original United States military issue World War I (& World War II) Catholic soldier's rosary. Pull chain style with 59 brass beads. The crucifix and centerpiece have all of their silver wash with what appears to be bit a of blacken still on them. The beads are all silver wash with no brass showing. This particular rosary measures a little over 16". (Military issue rosaries are always 16-17".) These were originally produced in 1916-17 for issue during World War I. There were unissued leftover rosaries that were also issued at the beginning of World War II. There is a great article written by an eBay writer which provides a detailed write-up of these rosaries and what makes one a military issue. Here is the article link:/gds/How-to-Identify-a-Genuine-WW-1-USA-Military-Issued-Rosary-/10000000177901516/g.htmlPlease see all pics for a full description. Feel free to e-mail me if you have any questions or would like additional pics.Sales to U.S. only. Free Shipping.Buy it Now $124.99.