Description Wooden Hanging Talisman of the Holy Belt A beautiful hand-carved wooden talisman from Mount Athos featuring a relief depiction of the Holy Belt. This elegant and practical handicraft is made from limewood or cherry wood, crafted by monks with great skill in woodwork. Its compact size and thoughtful design (with a cord at the top) allow it to be placed anywhere—at home, in the car, or even in a bag—enabling the faithful to always feel the Grace and protection of the Virgin Mary nearby. It also makes a wonderful gift for our loved ones. The back side bears an inscription of the exact name of the depiction. Holy Belt of the Theotokos (August 31) According to sacred tradition, the Holy Belt was given by the Virgin Mary to the Apostle Thomas immediately after her Dormition and subsequent Assumption. It is considered a highly sacred relic because it is the only personal item of the Virgin Mary that has been preserved. The Holy Belt (or Honorable Belt) is located in the Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos. Dimensions: 4.5 x 6.5 cm Net Weight: 5g
