Very Small 925 Sterling Silver Jerusalem Cross Pendant Holy Land Bethlehem 0.79 inch Dainty

In Bethlehem, the Jerusalem Cross has been a hallmark of Christian pilgrim jewelry for centuries. This piece is hand-finished by a local silversmith family who has worked with sterling silver for generations, struck and polished by hand, and stamped on the back with the 925 purity hallmark and JERUSALEM origin mark.

The Story of this Piece

The five-fold Jerusalem Cross design, one large central cross surrounded by four smaller crosses, has been carried as a Christian symbol since the era of the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem (founded 1099 AD). It represents the spread of Christianity from Jerusalem to the four corners of the earth. This particular pendant traces back to a small Bethlehem workshop where it is struck from solid sterling silver wire, hand-shaped, polished, and stamped before being checked under hallmark certification.

How and Who This Pendant is For

Worn daily as a faith reminder, or given as a milestone gift for baptism, first communion, confirmation, christening, ordination, Easter, Christmas, Mothers Day, or as a Bethlehem memento for pilgrims returning from the Holy Land. The piece is unisex and pairs well with any chain up to 3 mm thick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this real sterling silver?

Yes. Solid Sterling Silver 925, hand-stamped 925 JERUSALEM on the back. 92.5 percent pure silver throughout, not silver-plated or silver-tone fashion jewelry.

What size is the pendant?

The pendant is 2.0 cm (0.79 inch) tall by 1.2 cm (0.47 inch) wide, weighing 0.7 grams. It is the very small, dainty, tiny version of our Jerusalem Cross, ideal for everyday wear or layering with other pendants.

Does it come with a chain?

No. Pendant only, no chain included. The bail fits chains up to 3 mm thick.

Is this small enough for a child or for a girls communion?

Yes. The small size and light weight make it ideal for a first communion or confirmation gift for girls. It is comfortable to wear daily and not bulky for a smaller frame.

How do I care for it?

Sterling silver oxidizes slowly. Wipe with a soft jewelry polishing cloth to restore shine. Avoid wearing in chlorine pools or hot tubs.

Care: Sterling silver oxidizes slowly. Wipe with a soft polishing cloth to restore shine. Avoid chlorine, perfume, and lotions. Store in the velvet pouch when not worn.