Cross Necklaces

A necklace with a lowercase-t-shaped Latin cross is simply called a cross necklace. While there are other styles of cross necklaces—like the crucifix cross—simple cross pendants are the most common for jewelry. We offer classic Latin cross necklaces in yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, sterling silver and platinum. We also offer cross necklaces for men and women with gemstones such as diamonds, emeralds and sapphires.

Cross necklaces for women and men are most often worn to indicate the wearer's faith as a symbol of Christianity. As with many types of jewelry, cross pendant necklaces are worn for personal reasons above all else. Cross chains are seen as symbols of love, hope and protection. Cross necklaces are commonly given as gifts for religious rites such as baptism or confirmation.

Our cross necklaces come with matching metal chains for an elegant and seamless look. Find classic white gold and yellow gold pendant and chain pairings, as well as pendants and chains in more modern metals like rose gold, platinum or sterling silver. An enduring platinum or gold cross pendant will never rust or tarnish, making your cross necklace a durable piece that you can treasure forever. 

In modern times, cross necklaces are most commonly worn as religious pendants. Though they're not used in religious practices like a rosary may be, they do signify the wearer’s Christian faith. Silver, platinum and gold cross necklaces are mostly given to people who practice the Christian faith as gifts for rites, accomplishments, birthdays, anniversaries, births and other celebratory occasions. People also purchase women’s and men’s cross pendants for themselves to wear on special occasions or even daily. More ornate diamond and gemstone crosses are the perfect sparkle for a special event. Simple gold cross chains are durable and often worn daily to bring meaningful symbolism to the wearer’s life.

Wearing a cross pendant is most commonly a signal of the wearer’s Christian faith. Everyone’s jewelry choices are unique and personal, so a cross pendant may have a different meaning for each wearer.

Gold, platinum and sterling silver cross necklaces are always a fashionable choice for symbolic jewelry. Stylish and updated takes on the classic cross pendant include diamond crosses, white gold crosses and sideways cross necklaces in which the cross is attached to the chain at either end. They can be paired with matching precious metal earrings or fashion rings for a complete jewelry ensemble.

Cross pendant necklaces are often gifted for religious rites in Christianity. This includes gifting a sterling silver cross necklace for first communion, gold cross necklaces for a baptism or matching women’s and men’s gold cross necklaces as a wedding gift.

Men's and women’s cross pendants are typically coordinated with chains in matching metals. This means a yellow gold cross necklace matches with a chain in yellow gold, a white gold cross necklace would hang from a white gold chain, a rose gold cross necklace would accompany a chain in rose gold and the same matching patterns would apply to platinum and silver.

With so much symbolism, our diamond, plain metal and gemstone cross necklaces are excellent gifts. They're commonly given for religious rites of passage but can also be given as graduation gifts or birthday presents.