blinggem cross bracelet for women sterling silver sideways cross dainty religious symbol faith god blessed confirmation baptism jewelry gift for women blinggem <br><br><b>an eternal classic——cross</b> <br><br>* cross, the principal symbol of the christian religion, recalling the crucifixion of jesus christ and the redeeming benefits of his passion and death. the cross is thus a sign both of christ himself and of the faith of christians. in ceremonial usage, making a sign of the cross may be an act of profession of faith, a prayer, a dedication, or a benediction. <br><br> <br><br>*in contemporary christianity, the cross is a symbol of the atonement and reminds christians of god's love. it represents jesus' victory over sin and death, since it is believed that through his death and resurrection he conquered death itself. <br><br> <br><br><b>about sterling silver</b> <br><br>*sterling silver is an alloy of silver containing 92.5% by weight of silver and 7.5% by weight of other metals, usually copper. the sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness of 925. <br><br>*the sterling alloy originated in continental europe and was being used for commerce as early as the 12th century in the area that is now northern germany. the height of the silver craze was during the 50-year period from 1870-1920. <br><br><b> care for your sterling silver jewelry</b> <br><br>* frequent cleaning is recommended to maintain true beauty. <br><br>* remove your sterling silver jewelry when swimming in salt water or swimming pools, also remove your sterling silver jewelry prior to bathing. <br><br><b>notice</b>: photos may have been enlarged and/or enhanced.