925 Sterling Silver Jerusalem Cross Pendant
accented with Amethyst
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18" long 316L Surgical Stainless Steel Cable Link Chain
The Jerusalem Cross is a major symbol used in Christianity, representing Christ’s command to spread the Gospel around the world beginning in Jerusalem. The symbol is basically composed of 5 crosses; 1 large central cross with 4 smaller crosses in each quadrant. It is also often referred to as the Crusader’s Cross
Popular interpretations of the Jerusalem Cross:
• The central cross stands for Christ and the four smaller crosses stand for the 4 evangelists John, Luke, Mark, and Matthew.
• The large cross represents Christ as the strength at the center of Christianity and the smaller crosses as the 4 corners of the earth to which the faith spread.
• The crosses represent the wounds that Christ suffered when He was crucified; the central cross for the wound on His side, and the 4 smaller crosses for the wounds on His hands and feet.
• The 5 crosses represent the five nations that figured in The Crusades: Great Britain, France, Spain, Germany, and Italy.
Metal: nickel free 925 Solid Sterling Silver.
Approx weight: 3 grams.
Special finish: hand polishing.
Stone: Amethyst
Measurements:
Pendant Length including bail: 1"
Pendant Width: 0.65"
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