charm, and a pearl-inspired decorative bead Featuring a custom saint medal centerpiece, sparkling crystal accents, a delicate cross charm Blessed prayer card Arrives in a charming gift box, making it a thoughtful gift from the moment it is received. Copilot said: Saint Apollonia was an early Christian martyr who lived in Alexandria, Egypt, and died around 249 AD during a persecution of Christians. According to historical Christian accounts, a mob seized her, violently broke or pulled out her teeth, and threatened to burn her alive unless she renounced her faith. She refused and became a martyr. Because of the manner of her torture, St. Apollonia became the patron saint of dentists and people suffering from toothaches or dental problems. She is often depicted in religious art holding tongs or pincers with a tooth. Her feast day is celebrated on February 9 in the Catholic Church and several other Christian traditions.
