Christian Cross Jewelry - Artisan Handmade by Shadow Dog Designs

 

 

 

To a Christian, crosses are a symbol of atonement and reminds them of God's love in sacrificing his own son for humanity.  Despite being associated primarily with Christianity, many cross symbols were used as religious symbols pre-Christianity, especially in Europe and western Asia.  Crosses can be found carved on rocks and in caves dating back to the Upper Paleolithic period, approximately 50,000 to 12,000 years ago.  During the European Bronze Age (app. 3200 - 600 B.C), cross symbols seemed to carry a religious meaning, possibly a symbol of consecration especially during burials.  For at least two centuries after the crucifixion of Christ, the symbol of Christianity (when it was depicted) was a headless T-shaped Tau cross.  Gradually over time, the Tau cross was replaced by the Greek cross, with arms of equal length, then by the Latin cross (or Roman cross) with a longer descending arm, which is the most common cross used today.  Crosses come in many different variants, all having a religious meaning.  If you are interested in seeing some of the variants and what they mean, I find these two links to be especially helpful:  Christian Cross Variants and Kinds of Crosses--What the Different Designs Mean.

 

Many different variants of crosses are represented in my cross necklaces and earrings designs.  When I can find the information, the meaning of the crosses are given in the listing.  I hope you love these one of a kind jewelry designs found in my SHADOW DOG DESIGNS shop.  If something catches your interest and you want more information and see more pictures of the necklace or earrings, be sure to either click the photo or the link below the photo to be taken directly to the item.

 

 

 

CROIS BHRÉAGHA - Vintage Celtic Brass Greek Cross Pendant Necklace with Burgundy and White Pearls - $75.00

 

 

 

AMOR DE DIOS - Gold Bronze Latin Cross and Hearts Earrings with Star Cut Amethyst -  $25.00

 

 

 

HEALER'S CROSS - Southwest Healers Hand Cross Necklace with Bone and Glass Beads - $50.00

 

 

 

LA CREENCIA - Pewter Budded Cross Pendant Necklace with Peacock Pearls - $65.00

 

 

 

AMOR DE DIOS - Rose Gold Swarovski Crystal Greek Cross Earrings with Sterling Silver - $20.00

 

 

 

LA CROCE - Southwest Pewter Greek Cross Pendant Necklace with Black Onyx and Snowflake Obsidian - $50.00

 

 

 

SAGRADA - Terracotta Southwest Church Cross Pendant Necklace with Carnelian Gemstones and Turquoise Glass Beads - $55.00

 

 

 

HIS LOVE - Copper Latin Crosses, Discs and Spirals Earrings with Lampwork Glass Beads -  $40.00

 

 

 

SOUTHWEST WHISPERS - Southwest Petroglyph Cross Pendant Necklace with Unakite and Vintage Pipestone - $60.00

 

 

I hope you enjoyed each and every one of these unique handmade necklaces and earrings featuring crosses.  If you would like to make my day, please leave a blog comment.  And any promotion you can do will be greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

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