The Gilded Cross

What is a Figaro chain?

A chain that alternates several short links with one long link. It is a classic, sturdy chain often worn by men.

Does the black Gilded Cross look less flashy than the gold one?

Yes. Black is the most understated of the three and silver the most classic, while gold tone is the most visible on the Figaro chain.

Is it a good gift for a man who does not wear jewelry?

Yes. A plain cross on a sturdy chain is one of the easiest pieces for a man to start wearing, because it means something rather than being decoration.

Is the Figaro chain of the Gilded Cross tough enough for the gym?

For training, yes: the stainless steel does not rust from sweat, and the Figaro links are sturdy. Take it off for contact sports, where any chain can catch.

What is the difference between this and a crucifix?

A crucifix shows the figure of Christ on the cross. This is a plain cross, which every Christian tradition uses.

What if the chain length does not suit me?

You can return an unworn piece in its original packaging within 30 days of receiving it, then order the length or style that fits.

Gold cross pendant necklace that comes with the chain included

Most of our crosses come on their chain, so there is nothing else to buy. A few are pendant only and say so: the Modern Cross, the Boundless Knot and the Sacred Figure. The Gilded Cross is a plain cross of about 4 cm on a Figaro chain of about 45 cm, in gold-tone stainless steel. The Devotional Cross is 4.4 x 2.5 cm, with a 55 or 60 cm chain. It can go around your neck that morning and stay there. More: Gold Cross Necklace with Chain.

Men's gold-tone cross necklace, will the color fade?

Honestly, it can, slowly, with years of friction. These are gold-tone finishes on stainless steel: the steel underneath does not rust, but any plating can wear where it rubs. Keep perfume and chlorine off it and wipe it after wearing. A cross that shows some wear on a man who never took it off is not the worst thing. The Cable Cross has twisted cable inside the frame, a faith held strand by strand, 55 cm. The Gilded Cross is on a Figaro chain. More: Mens Gold Cross Necklace.

Cross necklace for a man who works out and showers with it on

Choose stainless steel: it does not rust or turn your skin green, so it can stay on in the shower and at the gym. Avoid plated alloy or brass for that kind of wear. The Cable Cross has twisted cable bound inside the frame, on a 55 cm chain, a faith that holds firm strand by strand. The Gilded Cross is a plain, solid cross on a Figaro chain, for a man who does not talk about his faith and simply wears it. Put lotion and aftershave on first. More: Stainless Steel Cross Necklaces.

My brother got baptized in prison two years ago and he gets out in the spring. He's scared he won't be able to hold on to it on the outside. What could I give him the day he walks out?

The first weeks outside can be the hardest test of a faith found inside, because the walls that made it simple are gone. It helps that you're already thinking about the day he walks out. The Gilded Cross is a plain, solid cross, for a man who doesn't talk about his faith and wears it instead. Hand it to him in the car, before anybody else gets to him. You might say: You didn't get this inside to leave it there. Help him find a church and one older man who will call him on Tuesdays. Faith outside is mostly other people showing up.