Armour of God Cross
The Valiant Cross
When the season ahead calls for courage
A hard season is starting and you want to stand firm. The sword of the Spirit and the shield of faith, as Saint Paul describes them, worn close.
Discover what it means- A reminder, every day, that you do not fight alone
- 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 cm (16")Choker
- 45 cm (18")Collarbone
- 50 cm (20")Just below the collarbone
- 55 cm (22")Upper chest
- 60 cm (24")Mid-chest
- 70 cm (28")Over 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 (20").
- 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 (2") 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 (3.4") long: count how many fit along your strip.
Still unsure? Ask us, a real person replies within 24 hours.
Product details
A bold cross, six centimetres tall, with clean, strong lines. Made to be seen.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Finish
- Polished
- Pendant size
- 30 mm x 60 mm
- Symbol
- Cross
- Packaging
- Signature gift box and polishing cloth
How to wear it
At 30 x 60 mm this is a bold cross, made to be seen. A large pendant like this balances well when it falls around the upper to middle chest, about 50 to 55 cm, where it shows over a plain T-shirt, a henley or an open shirt. It has the presence to be worn alone, without layering.
The polished stainless steel does not rust, so it can stay on in the shower, at the gym or on a job site. It is a strong gift for a son at his confirmation, a father on Father's Day, or a groom and his groomsmen.
Questions
Is the cross shaped like a sword?
Yes. Its long lower arm and strong lines recall a sword, with a small shield at the center.
Is a sword on a cross a violent symbol?
No. In the New Testament the sword stands for the word of God, which Saint Paul calls the sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17). It speaks of spiritual courage, not of fighting.
Will the 60 mm Valiant Cross show under a fitted shirt?
Probably. At 30 x 60 mm it is made to be seen, over clothing; under a fitted shirt its outline will show.
What is the armor of God that The Valiant Cross refers to?
Saint Paul's image in Ephesians 6 of the Christian equipped for spiritual battle, with the shield of faith and the sword of the Spirit. The cross takes the shape of that sword, with a small shield at its center.
Will the polished Valiant Cross show scratches over time?
Some fine marks, as on any polished steel worn every day. It will not rust, and a wipe with the microfiber cloth after wearing keeps the shine.
Can it be a gift for groomsmen?
Yes. It is designed for men and suits weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, so several can be offered to a groom and his groomsmen.
The prayer
Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Ephesians 6:11, King James Version
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
- Daily wear: Put your jewelry on last, after lotions, perfume and hairspray.
- Water and activity: Wear it in the shower, at the gym and at the beach: the steel will not rust or turn your skin green.
- Storage: Keep it in its signature gift box so it does not rub against other jewelry.
- Cleaning: Wipe it with the microfiber cloth included, after wearing.
Its meaning
The armor of God in Saint Paul
In his letter to the Ephesians, Saint Paul describes the Christian as a soldier dressed in the armor of God: truth as a belt, righteousness as a breastplate, the shield of faith, and the sword of the Spirit, which he names as the word of God. He wrote it as an image of spiritual courage, not of war. Some see in a strong, upright cross the same idea of standing firm. The lines of this pendant can be read as a sword with a small shield at its center. It measures 30 by 60 mm,...
Giving it as a gift
For a son at his confirmation, or a father on Father's Day, this cross makes its point without a word. It also suits a man entering a hard season who wants something solid to wear.
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