The cross is first and foremost a symbol of faith, an attribute of belonging to Christianity. It is commonly believed that the cross protects its owner. Wear this accessory under the clothes on the chest, it is not intended for general viewing.
What you need to know about silver crosses
The most popular material for the baptismal symbol is silver. First of all, this is due to its democratic price and the long tradition of consecrating church water with silver crosses. In addition, silver is a hypoallergenic metal.
The cross from silver becomes for many people the very first jewelry adornment that accompanies them throughout life, being a material evidence of spiritual support from above.
At the same time, this product can be a stylish jewelry. Responding to the needs of the time, jewelers create a variety of silver crosses: classical, vintage or modern. Thanks to modern technology, silver models are not inferior to gold in luxury and expressiveness.
Silver is perfectly combined with precious and semiprecious stones, decorated with gilding or enamel. It all depends on the intended use of the product.
How to choose a silver cross
If you buy a cross directly in the church shop, you will be given a canonical and already consecrated model. If you want to buy a real jewelry, you need to visit a jewelry store.
The Church recognizes only crosses made according to Orthodox canons. They should be attended by:
- the image of the crucifix, or the figure of Christ;
- The Christogram on the front side is the inscription IHHI (IHCI, IC XC), symbolizing the name of Jesus Christ;
- the inscription "Save and Save" on the back.
Some models depict a skull with bones at the foot of Jesus - this is the head of Adam. According to the legend, the blood of the Savior washed the remains of Adam and Eve, buried on Calvary under the place of crucifixion, and washed away their original sin from them and their descendants.
Also, before buying, please note whether you are holding an Orthodox silver cross or a Catholic cross. The first usually has wide, curly beams and additional crossbeams and can be four-, six- and eight-pointed. The second one is smooth and minimalistic. If the cross has inscriptions, then the Orthodox Cyrillic or Catholic Latin will be a good clue.
Choosing the same decoration - orienting is exclusively to your taste and financial capabilities.
Where can I buy
Silver jewelry for Orthodox and Catholic rituals, as well as exquisite jewelry hangings, are widely represented in the jewelry online store Gold24.ru. Each product is accompanied by a detailed description and large photos. Delivery of jewelry to choose from, as well as various payment options make shopping here simple and convenient.