The Best Choice In Cross Necklaces


by Arsene Bergkamp - Date: 2007-05-13 - Word Count: 436 Share This!

The cross necklace has been a staple of jewelry for hundreds of years. That being said, today there are many choices when it comes to this necklace, but what is the best?

Stainless steel has become a very popular metal in the jewelry industry. Once relegated to kitchen sinks and other industrial uses, this versatile metal has found its way out of the plumbing and into necklaces, bracelets and rings. Stainless steel, particularly surgical stainless steel, is also used extensively in the body jewelry field, with most new piercings being done with this material. Stainless steel can also be found in more unique pieces of jewelry, such as in a solid stainless steel cross necklace.

The type of stainless steel most often used in the jewelry industry is known as 316L Stainless Steel. This is also known as surgical stainless steel, although the number relates to the pliability of the steel and not the surgical status. The thickness and hardness of this stainless steel is just soft enough to allow shaping and creation of jewelry pieces - but hard enough to withstand wear and use. The color of this steel is deeper than the silver of sterling silver, and it is often seen with a matte finish which accentuates the darker color.

Almost any item that could be crafted out of silver or gold can be crafted out of stainless steel. This makes it very popular for jewelers who are looking for a new and inexpensive medium for their designs. Stainless steel is much less expensive to purchase and work with than either sterling silver or gold, and it is also less expensive to purchase the final product. This allows younger shoppers, and those with a limited budget, to be able to purchase more different pieces.

Many wearers of steel pieces, such as a solid stainless steel cross necklace, are men. Especially where religious jewelry is concerned, some men may feel that traditional styles are too feminine or too flashy for their tastes. Stainless steel looks good in bigger, thicker styles - such as Gothic and tribal styles, and these are also the types of jewelry that appeal to men. The heavy weight and sturdiness of this metal is also a big draw to those who work in certain environments. Crosses made in these styles are less traditional while still proclaiming a Christian faith.

Stainless steel jewelry, along with titanium jewelry and other "new" jewelry metals, is gaining popularity for its unique look and less expensive cost. A solid stainless steel cross necklace is a great way to show off this new metal and new look, a different twist on an old favorite.

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