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Cross
The Godchild's Cross
The promise I made for you, the day you were baptized
From a godmother who promised, on a baptism day, to pass on the faith. On first communion day, a cross to keep long after.
Una semplice croce latina, segno di una vita posta sotto Cristo.
Per un figlioccio, dal padrino o dalla madrina, alla prima comunione, alla cresima o nell'anniversario del battesimo.
Una semplice croce latina, segno di una vita posta sotto Cristo.
Il giorno del battesimo, la promessa di trasmettere la fede. Anni dopo, una croce per tenere viva quella promessa.
The promise I made for you, the day you were baptized
Per un figlioccio, dal padrino o dalla madrina, alla prima comunione, alla cresima o nell'anniversario del battesimo.
- La tua fede, vicino a te ogni giorno
- Arrives in our gift box, ready to give
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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.
Misuri a casa in 2 minuti
Le serviranno una striscia di carta (o uno spago, un laccio), una penna e un righello.
- Prenda uno spago o un laccio e segni la lunghezza che Le interessa, ad esempio 50 cm.
- Unisca i due segni dietro la nuca, indossando il tipo di maglia che porta di solito.
- Si guardi allo specchio: il punto più basso dello spago è dove cadrà la catena.
- Troppo alta o troppo bassa? Provi 5 cm in più o in meno: corrisponde a una taglia in più o in meno.
Ha già una catena che Le piace? La stenda in piano, con la chiusura chiusa, e la misuri da un'estremità all'altra. Con un collo o un torace larghi, ogni lunghezza cade un po' più in alto.
Niente righello? Una carta bancaria è lunga 8,6 cm: conti quante ne entrano lungo la striscia.
Still unsure? Ask us, a real person replies within 24 hours.
Dettagli del prodotto
A small, smooth Latin cross with softly rounded edges, on a fine chain. The plainest sign of the faith, kept for every day.
- Material
- Brass
- Finish
- Gold-plated, polished
- Length
- 45 cm (18 in)
- Symbol
- Latin cross
- Packaging
- Signature gift box and polishing cloth
Come indossarlo
This small Latin cross with softly rounded edges comes with a fine 45 cm (18 in) cable chain, so it sits just below the collarbone. It is plain enough to wear with a school uniform, a T-shirt or a dress, and it layers easily under a longer necklace later on.
The gold-tone brass keeps its shine longer when kept away from water, perfume and chlorine, so take it off before a shower, a swim or sport. It is a classic gift from a godmother or godfather for a first communion, a confirmation or the baptism anniversary of an older child or a young adult.
Domande
Is the 45 cm chain of The Godchild's Cross right for a teenager?
Yes. At 45 cm (18 in), the cross sits just below the collarbone on a teenager or an adult.
Does The Godchild's Cross have any engraving or stones?
No. It is a plain, smooth Latin cross in polished gold-plated brass, with softly rounded edges.
Is it a good first communion gift from a godparent?
Yes. A plain cross is the most traditional godparent gift, and this one stays simple enough to keep wearing for years.
Is it suitable for a baby's baptism?
It is better kept for an older child: necklaces are not recommended for babies. For a baptism, it can be given as a keepsake for later.
Will pool chlorine wear the plating of The Godchild's Cross?
It can. Water, soap and chlorine slowly wear the gold plating on brass, so take the cross off before showering or swimming.
Can The Godchild's Cross be given by a Protestant godparent?
Yes. It is a plain Latin cross with no figure, the sign every Christian receives at baptism, whatever the church.
Small cross necklace for a child
A first cross is a big moment for a small person, and for the adult who chooses it. Small and simple is usually right, and a necklace is for a child old enough to wear one safely, under the eye of a parent; younger children can keep it for later. The Godchild's Cross is a plain Latin cross on a 45 cm chain, gold-plated brass. The Simple Cross is small and flat, with nothing added. A first prayer to go with it: the Sign of the Cross. See First Communion Gifts.
What is the meaning of giving a cross at baptism?
At baptism the priest or minister traces the sign of the cross on the child, and the cross you give repeats that gesture for life: this one belongs to Christ. It is the central sign of the faith, his death and his resurrection, and every Christian shares it. Giving it says, here is what you were marked with, before you could choose it, and may you choose it one day. The Godchild's Cross is a plain Latin cross, marking a life placed under Christ. More for that day: Baptism Gifts.
What is the difference between a Catholic cross and a Christian cross?
There is no separate Catholic cross; the plain cross belongs to all Christians. What differs is emphasis. Catholics, like Orthodox Christians, also wear the crucifix, with Christ's body and often the INRI plaque, meaning Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews, as well as saint and Marian medals. If you are choosing for someone, ask which they grew up with. The Steadfast Cross is a plain Latin cross. The Calvary Crucifix is a traditional crucifix. Catholic pieces: Catholic Necklaces.
My sister asked me to be godfather to her baby boy. I'm flattered but I don't really know what a godfather is supposed to do, besides show up.
Showing up is more of the job than you'd think, and she asked you because she has seen you do it. At the font, you'll promise to help him grow in the faith, which in practice means praying for him, going to his first communion, and being the adult he can call when he can't call his parents. The Godchild's Cross is a plain Latin cross, for a life placed under Christ. On baptism day, a promise. Years later, a cross to keep that promise in sight. Write him a note to open when he's older: I said yes for you the day you were baptized. Call me anytime. I mean it.
The prayer
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Sign of the Cross, the first prayer of every Christian (Matthew 28:19)
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.
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- 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: Take it off before swimming or showering to keep the finish bright.
- 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.
Il suo significato
The cross, given at a sacrament
The cross is the central sign of the Christian faith, recalling Christ's death and resurrection.
At baptism, the priest, parents and godparents trace the sign of the cross on the forehead of the one being baptized, claiming that person for Christ. A plain cross given at a later sacrament, such as first communion or confirmation, recalls that first sign and the promise made that day. Many godparents choose one as a lasting reminder of the faith they agreed to help pass on. This small, smooth Latin cross with softly rounded edges is polished gold-plated brass,...
Da regalare
From a godmother or godfather, for a first communion, a confirmation or a baptism anniversary of an older child or a young adult. A plain cross they can keep wearing long after the day itself.
