Christogram IHC Cross Necklace in Sterling Silver
$179.00
Beautiful faith jewelry with a rich history and tradition. Ancient Christians used this Christogram as a crest or symbol for believers. During dangerous times for Christians, these symbols helped believers recognize each other and escape persecution. This 925 sterling silver IHC Christogram cross comes on an 18-inch sterling silver chain with a story card, artist bio card and Gift Box.
This sterling silver Christogram cross necklace is crafted after an ancient Christian symbol used as a crest of Christians or a monogram of Jesus Christ. IHC denotes the first three letters of the Greek name of Jesus. Beautiful faith jewelry with a rich history and tradition. Ancient Christians used this Christogram as a crest or symbol for believers. During dangerous times for Christians, these symbols helped believers recognize each other and escape persecution. Throughout the ages, these symbols have been used in the crests of kings, popes and countries.
Perfect as a gift, this IHC pendant is set in a quatrefoil frame with fleur-de-lis accents.
- Metal: 925 sterling silver
- Size (approximately): 1.1 in x 1.1 in, not including the jump ring (see the photo with the ruler for scale)
- Comes on an 18-inch sterling silver chain
- Includes a story card, artist bio card and Gift Box
- Designed by Lori Strickland · Handcrafted in the USA
Included Christogram IHC story card reads:
Christogram: Monogram of Christ and Crest of Christians
A Christogram is an ancient symbol that uses a combination of letters to form an abbreviation or monogram of Jesus Christ. These symbols are found in ancient artwork, architecture and furniture. Ancient Christians used these Christograms as a crest or symbol for believers.
IHC: denoting the first three letters of the Greek name of Jesus, iota-eta-sigma, or IHΣ. The Greek letter iota is represented by I, the eta by H, and the Greek letter sigma is represented by C. This was a common crest in medieval times, a banner for followers of Christ.
Sterling Silver
About the artist:
Nature-inspired designs by American artist Lori Strickland are handcrafted by Master Artisans in our Florida studio. Designs are reproduced in Sterling Silver with the traditional lost wax casting method and meticulously finished by hand, embodying timeless elegance and cherished by selective customers nationwide.
