Crucifix Necklace

Christians believe that Jesus Christ was crucified on the cross as an act of sacrifice to atone for humanity's sins.

By wearing a crucifix necklace, Christians are reminded of Jesus's love as well as a belief in victory after death pertaining to Jesus rising from the dead.

Having a reminder of overcoming sin and the possibility of an afterlife is a big comfort to religious people. Having a universal way to display your faith also brings Christians together; it's easy to spot a fellow believer just by their necklace.

Yes, sometimes they are used interchangeably, but there are some differences.

Both represent similar aspects of the Christian faith; it's up to individual preferences what one you wear.

A cross (often referred to as a Christian cross) is a T-shaped cross that symbolises Christianity. It is also more commonly worn for fashion by non-religious individuals.

The crucifix, on the other hand, typically has Jesus nailed to the T-shaped cross. Its graphic is compared to the cross as it has the corpus, translated Latin meaning for the Body of Christ.

Wearing the crucifix vividly reminds one of Jesus's sacrifice, but it may not be for everyone. If they prefer to symbolise other aspects of the faith, the cross may be best.

As Christianity became more popular, clergy members wore cross necklaces made with gold. Gold is a strong and heavy material that can be decorated with gemstones.

There was a good reason for gold cross necklaces to be so big and grand. The cross was a badge to symbolise how devoted the members were to the faith. Considering how Christianity originally had to be practised in secret, wearing a big gold cross was substantial progress.

Today, wearing a yellow or white gold cross represents not only your faith but also elegance, making it a popular fashion statement.

Gold has a renowned reputation for being grand, but not everyone wants their jewellery to express that.

Silver, on the other hand, is subtle and can be worn with all sorts of outfits. You can still proudly represent your faith, just in a more intimate way.

In addition to this, silver is in an affordable price range compared to gold, giving all Christians the ability to carry their saviour wherever they go.

Not necessarily, but it's more complex than that.

Wearing a crucifix won't grant you special protection, but affirms your faith and belief in God. This brings feelings of comfort and support during challenging times, so in a way, the crucifix offers protection against certain anxieties.

The answer will differ depending on who you ask. Some Christians believe wearing a crucifix protects them from evil.

Back in the 2nd Century AD, when wearing cross necklaces first began, it would raise eyebrows.

Nowadays, it's very common for atheists and agnostics to wear a cross, it's not disrespectful to Christians.

There are a few factors that led to the rise of fashionable crosses.

A popular theory is that fashion trends lead to necklines getting lower, making it harder to hide cross necklaces. Prior to this, Orhodox Christians believed their pendant is private and should be hidden beneath clothes.

If you would rather keep your faith intimate, our Cross Dangling Chain Anklet is perfect.

Slowly, crosses became a unisex accessory and a symbol of faith, and soon, people of all religions or none adopted them into their wardrobes.

Typically, fine chains are used for cross necklaces to keep them subtle and match in colour and material. This isn't a rule per se, but it makes for a beautiful piece of jewellery.

Having said this, if you want a different style or your cross is big and heavy, there are some chain considerations to make.

For a cross that wants to make a statement, use a thick and very durable curb chain.

Smaller crosses are best paired with cable chains. These are delicate and ideal for a light pendant. Don't let the daintiness fool you, though, cable chains are among the strongest ones you can purchase.