Saint & Cross Medallion Pendant — .925 Sterling Silver with CZ Pavé
SKU: R2558
The saint figure clings to a cross that's lined with dozens of clear CZ stones — each one catching light individually while the figure itself stays in oxidized shadow. The Saint & Cross Medallion Pendant is 27 grams of solid .925 sterling silver shaped into an oval medallion measuring 1 ¼" × 1 ¾", framed by baroque gothic scrollwork and topped with a two-tone bail featuring its own gold-accent cross.
Best Suited For
If you wear a cross as devotion, not decoration — The saint clinging to the cross is a direct image of faith under trial. It's not an abstract symbol or a fashion cross. The CZ pavé on the cross arms adds brilliance without making it look like costume jewelry — the oxidized figure grounds the whole composition.
If you want a medallion with real weight behind it — At 27 grams, this pendant lands on your chest with purpose. The oval frame and scrollwork give it the proportions of a traditional saint medallion — the kind passed between generations, not pulled off a rack.
If the bail matters as much as the face — Most pendant bails are plain loops. This one features a small cross with a gold accent and its own CZ stone — a second design element that adds detail at the chain connection rather than leaving it blank. The two-tone warmth pairs well with both silver and gold chains.
What Wearing It Actually Feels Like
The CZ stones on the cross face are set in a pavé arrangement — close together, each one individually mounted. Under overhead lighting, the cross throws a scattered sparkle while the saint figure remains in matte, oxidized shadow. That contrast — bright cross, dark figure — is what gives the medallion its depth. It reads differently depending on the light angle.
The baroque scrollwork around the oval border has the same polished-and-oxidized treatment. The raised scrolls catch light while the background stays dark. It frames the central scene the way a carved church frame surrounds a painted panel — intentional, detailed, and finished at every edge.
Twenty-seven grams on a chain sits flat against your chest and stays centered. It doesn't flip, spin, or drift to one side. The oval shape prevents rotation — a round pendant spins freely, but an oval has a natural front-back orientation that holds.
Heads up: The CZ pavé on the cross collects skin oils and dust in the tiny gaps between stones over time. A soft toothbrush with warm soapy water cleans between the settings — takes about a minute. Don't use ultrasonic cleaners or chemical dips, as they can strip the oxidized finish from the surrounding silver.
The Details That Matter
What People Want to Know
Q: Which saint is depicted on the medallion?
The figure is an archetypal representation of a devoted saint clinging to the cross — not a specific named saint. The image evokes the spirit of early Christian martyrs and apostles, making it a universal symbol of devotion rather than a patron-specific medallion.
Q: Will the CZ stones fall out with daily wear?
The stones are individually set in a pavé arrangement — each one held by tiny prongs or walls of metal. Normal daily wear won't dislodge them. Avoid direct impacts to the stone face (dropping on concrete, hitting a doorframe) and they stay locked in.
Q: Is the gold on the bail real gold or plated?
The bail features a gold-tone accent — a gold finish over the sterling silver base. It provides warm-cool contrast against the silver body. The accent is on a small, protected area of the bail that doesn't receive heavy friction, so it holds its appearance well.
Q: Does this come with a chain?
No — pendant only. At 27 grams, pair it with a 3mm+ sterling silver chain for visual balance. A 20–22" length places it at mid-chest. The ornate bail fits most standard chains and leather cords.
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