Top 8 Styles of Religious Themed Jewelry | Jewelry America

For Christians, religious jewelry is a matter of faith in God. This type of religious jewelry would make an ideal gift for anyone.

The Christian cross has been known to represent Christianity. Cross charms, pendants and necklaces have become quite popular. Zodiac sign jewelry is also becoming quite popular and is worn by all kinds of astrology lovers.

Some of the most beautiful styles of religious-themed Christian jewelry includes -

1. Crucifix and Crosses :

For Christians, the crucifix is the symbol of Jesus on a cross. 

The terms "crucifix" and "cross" are both used interchangeably but in truth, there is a major difference between the two. A crucifix has an image of Christ on it, while a cross is usually blank.

Reliquary crucifixes usually consist of a cross with double arms, and are yet another variation of the standard cross. These crucifixes contain hinges with openings to carry small relics of the saints, and many people believe it holds the ability to confer certain gifts or protection to those who wear them. 

You can wear crucifixes and crosses as pendants or earrings.

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2. Rosaries and Chaplets :

Although technically not jewelry, Christians wear both rosaries and smaller chaplets when reciting prayers. These pieces come in a wide range, and can be both very simple, or very embellished, but each one has a certain unique beauty attached to it. Chaplets are prayer beads that are used during prayers, while rosaries are beads or knots that may be worn around the neck or as small rings.

3. Religious Pendants and Necklaces :

Religious pendants consist of plain, simple cross pendants and necklaces, Four Way Cross Charm Catholic Priest Pendant Necklace, Filigree Cross Pendants, Russian orthodox cross pendants made in yellow gold, white gold or rose gold, and many other design types!.

Religious Necklaces can be simple gold pendants, st benedict cross pendant, Jesus Christ Pendant Necklace or White Gold David and Jerusalem Cross Pendant Necklace, while there are many other designs such as the Catholic Priest pendant necklace or the INRI crucifix cross pendant necklace.

14K Yellow Gold Four Way Cross Charm

4. Miraculous Medal :

Religious medals are extremely popular pieces of Christian jewelry, especially among the Catholics. Each medal is related to one of the learned saints, and conveys a certain message. 

The Miraculous Medal is possibly the most common religious medal of all. The Miraculous Medal, also called the Medal of Our Lady of Grace, is quite a devotional piece of jewelry. There is a belief that praying with the Miraculous Medal will help you obtain the intervention of the Virgin Mary for your particular cause. St. Christopher has also been a very popular theme for Christian jewelry over the years.

14k Yellow Gold Our Lady Of Guadalupe Pray For Us Miraculous Medal Pendant

5. Coin Pendants :

Today, coin pendants are mainly high-priced relics or antiques. 

Coins were minted using Christ and Cross images in the days of Emperor Constantine. Holes are driven on top of these coins to turn them into pendants or necklaces.

6. Angel Jewelry :

Angel Jewelry is an amazingly popular form of religious jewelry.

Angels are widely regarded as heavenly messengers as well as personal protectors and have garnered extensive amounts of appeal and popularity.

Angels appear in a wide range of Christian jewelry including necklaces, textured charm pendant necklaces, pins, earrings, and charm bracelets.

Angel jewelry offers inspiration, hope, support, and guidance.

14k Yellow Gold Angel Wing Protection Pendant Necklace

7. Personalized religious jewelry :

Personalized religious jewelry makes for the perfect gift to celebrate a special bond, conserve an important moment, or express devotion to your faith.

Special Engravable Gold Bar personalized pendants, Religious Mini Cross necklaces, necklaces made in Gold, rose gold or white gold are inspirational gifts that signify hope, peace, and joy.

14k Yellow Gold Religious Mini Cross Necklace

8. Religious Cross Jewelry :

The cross is a symbol widely recognized around the world, and represents the faith of Christianity.

There are many different types and styles of crosses - 

• Jesus on the Cross: This is one of the most common and most popular crosses, and is widely used in art, architecture, and jewelry. It is the holy icon of Christianity.

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• Celtic Cross: It is a symbol of Irish and Celtic heritage. Celtic cross is a cross with a circle behind in the background and resembles a halo ring. It is one of the most common types of crosses in jewelry and fashion.

• Upside Down Cross: The upside-down cross or the Cross of Saint Peter is a cross symbol that has seen a tremendous revival in modern times.

• Christian Cross: The Christian cross, also known as the Latin cross, is possibly the most famous and instantly recognizable crosses available in the market. The base of the cross is longer than its three arms, which is a symbol of faith. It is believed to provide protection as a religious symbol and has a huge spiritual meaning. It is said to comfort and peace to the wearer.

14k Yellow Gold Polished and Matte Finish Christian Eastern Orthodox Cross Pendant with Cuban Necklace

• Wooden Cross: 
  The wooden cross is a beautiful variant of the cross that is often hung on necklaces.
  
  
• Orthodox Cross:  
  The Russian Orthodox cross emphasizes three horizontal beams, instead of the more common two beams. The Orthodox cross is one of the most beautiful crosses, and is used in art, paintings, and jewelry.
  
  
• Jerusalem Cross: 
   The Jerusalem cross, also known as the Five-fold cross, is a form of a cross surrounded by four smaller crosses. The heraldic cross was developed in the Middle Ages on the shields and family emblems of Europe’s noble-most families. The Jerusalem cross is the symbol of the Kingdom of Jerusalem.

14K Yellow Gold Crusaders Jerusalem Cross Pendant Necklace

• Coptic cross:
  The Coptic cross has its arms divided into three points, and is usually made of flowers to make a beautiful and decorative style-cross. The Coptic cross has 12 points, meant to symbolize the 12 Apostles. The Coptic cross is an extravagant emblem used in jewelry and architecture throughout Northern Africa.
  
  
• Templar Cross:
  The Templar cross is a famous image used by the Knights Templar. It has narrow arms in the center that blaze out like the branches of the cross extend. The Templars cross was a symbol of martyrdom.
  
  
• Tau Cross:
  The Tau cross is a T-shaped cross resembles the letter T, which also is named after the Greek letter Tau. The religious significance is backdated to 2000 years, which is one of the most popular crosses used in necklaces and jewelry around the world.

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