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Cross
The Pearl Vigil
On the great days of your life, the cross at the center
A wedding anniversary, and the faith at the center of your marriage. A cross to wear that day, and every day that follows.
The cross, sign of Christ's death and resurrection, shining at the center.
For a confirmation, a wedding anniversary, Easter or Christmas, for someone who wears their faith openly.
The cross, sign of Christ's death and resurrection, shining at the center.
On the great days of life, the cross at the center. And on every ordinary day that follows.
On the great days of your life, the cross at the center
For a confirmation, a wedding anniversary, Easter or Christmas, for someone who wears their faith openly.
- Your faith, worn close to you every day
- Arrives in our gift box, ready to give
Order processed within 24 hours on business days
- Free shippingTracked to your door
- 30-day returnsEasy & simple
- 1-year warrantyAgainst defects
Size guide
Where it sits
- 40 cmChoker
- 45 cmCollarbone
- 50 cmJust below the collarbone
- 55 cmUpper chest
- 60 cmMid-chest
- 70 cmOver clothing
Sizes shown on an average build. An extender adds a few centimetres of freedom.
Measure at home in 2 minutes
You need a strip of paper (or a string or shoelace), a pen and a ruler.
- Take a string or a shoelace and mark on it the length you are considering, for example 50 cm.
- Hold the two marks together at the back of your neck, wearing the kind of top you usually wear.
- Look in a mirror: the lowest point of the string is where the chain will sit.
- Too high or too low? Try 5 cm more or less: that is one size up or down.
Already own a chain you like? Lay it flat, clasp closed, and measure it end to end. A broad neck or chest makes every length sit a little higher.
No ruler? A bank card is 8.6 cm long: count how many fit along your strip.
Still unsure? Ask us, a real person replies within 24 hours.
Product details
A full strand of round white pearl beads with a cross set end to end in clear stones. Simple lines, worn with a T-shirt or a shirt collar.
- Material
- Shell pearl beads, stainless steel cross
- Finish
- White pearl, silver-tone cross
- Length
- 41, 46 or 51 cm (16, 18 or 20 in)
- Pendant size
- Pearls 8 or 10 mm
- Weight
- 8 mm pearls: 47.3 g in 51 cm · 10 mm pearls: 68 g in 46 cm
- Symbol
- Cross
- Packaging
- Signature gift box and polishing cloth
How to wear it
A full strand of round white shell pearls carries a cross set in clear stones. Choose 8 mm pearls for a finer look or 10 mm for a bolder one, and a length of 41, 46 or 51 cm (16, 18 or 20 in): 41 cm sits at the base of the neck, 46 cm just below the collarbone, 51 cm on the upper chest. It looks sharp with a plain T-shirt or an open shirt collar.
Keep shell pearls dry and away from perfume: take it off before a shower or a swim. It suits a confirmation, an anniversary, Easter or Christmas.
Questions
Which length should I choose?
41 cm (16 in) sits at the base of the neck, 46 cm (18 in) just below the collarbone, and 51 cm (20 in) on the upper chest. For a man, 51 cm is usually the most comfortable.
8 mm or 10 mm pearls: what is the difference?
8 mm pearls give a finer, more classic strand. 10 mm pearls are bolder and more visible, a look that suits a man well.
Are the 8 and 10 mm pearls of The Pearl Vigil cultured pearls?
No. They are shell pearl beads, made from shell and coated for a pearl luster, strung with a stainless steel cross.
Can a man wear a pearl necklace with a cross?
Yes. Pearl necklaces are worn by many men today, and the cross gives this one a clear meaning.
Can I work out wearing The Pearl Vigil?
It is wiser not to. The cross is stainless steel, but sweat, water and perfume can dull the coating of the shell pearl beads over time.
What is the cross made of?
Stainless steel in a silver tone, set end to end with clear stones.
The prayer
We adore Thee, O Christ, and we bless Thee, because by Thy holy cross Thou hast redeemed the world.
Traditional acclamation of the Stations of the Cross
Shipping & returns
Free standard shipping on every order. Your order is processed within 24 hours on business days, then shipped with tracking.
Every order arrives in our signature gift box, with a microfiber cloth to keep your piece shining.
- OrderToday
- ProcessedWithin 24 hours
- DeliveredTo your door, tracked
Returns. You have 30 days after delivery to return your piece, unworn and in its original packaging.
1-year warranty & care
Covered for 1 year against manufacturing defects: a clasp that fails, a stone that falls out without impact, a structural defect. Send your order number and 3 to 4 photos and we ship a replacement once your claim is approved, with no return needed. Full warranty
- Handling: Hold the beads gently and avoid pulling on the cord.
- Water: Keep the beads dry; water can dull wood, stone and glass beads.
- Storage: Store it flat in its signature gift box.
- Cleaning: Wipe it with the microfiber cloth included.
Its meaning
The cross, sign of the faith
The cross is the central sign of the Christian faith.
It recalls the death of Christ and, through it, his resurrection on the third day. Christians have traced it on themselves and worn it since the early centuries as a daily profession of belief, and Saint Paul wrote that he would boast of nothing but the cross of Christ (Galatians 6:14). Worn at the neck, it is a quiet way to carry that faith through the day. Here a stainless steel cross set end to end in clear stones hangs on a strand of white...
Giving it as a gift
For a confirmation, a wedding anniversary, Easter or Christmas, to a man or woman who likes to wear their faith openly. The pearl size and length let you choose a fit that suits them.
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