Latin Crosses and Crucifixes Handcrafted in the Holy Land
Latin Crosses and Crucifixes Handcrafted in the Holy Land
Latin crosses — also known as Roman Catholic and Protestant crosses — are among the most recognized symbols of faith in Christianity, used in prayer, devotion, and daily life.
This collection includes handcrafted Latin crosses and crucifixes, from traditional designs to simple wooden crosses and comfort crosses, each offering a clear and timeless expression of belief. Whether displayed in your home, carried with you, or given as a meaningful Christian gift, these crosses serve as a daily reminder of faith and devotion. Every cross ships with a Certificate of Authenticity confirming its Holy Land origin.
If you are looking for crosses to display, explore our wall crosses or standing crosses for home and prayer spaces.
Latin Crosses & Crucifixes
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PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
Artfully crafted by adept artisans using Jerusalem Olive Wood, this blessed cross emerges as a pinnacle of superior quality, showcasing an innate connection to nature and intricate religious significance. Immerse yourself in this 100% authentic spiritual keepsake, a profound symbol that...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
This small handheld olive wood cross is designed to fit comfortably in the palm while remaining easy to carry as a pocket cross throughout the day. Measuring 2.0 in (5 cm) and weighing 1.4 oz (40 g), it slips easily...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
An olive wood Saint Benedict crucifix from the Holy Land, designed as a compact pocket-size cross for prayer, travel, and daily devotion. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 4.2 oz (120 g), it features the Saint Benedict Medal...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A Jerusalem olive wood crucifix with Four Holy Elements from the Holy Land, featuring beveled edges, a silver-tone corpus, and sacred elements preserved within gold-rimmed windows at the end of each arm. Measuring 7.9 in (20 cm) tall and weighing...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross with Nacre
A Mother-of-Pearl budded cross from the Holy Land, featuring a luminous white nacre strip running through the center of each arm and vibrant abalone shell covering the trefoil endings. Measuring 7.1 in (18 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A First Communion cross for boys handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a silver kneeling boy figure at the center. Measuring 6.3 in (16 cm) tall and weighing 5.6 oz (160 g), this wall cross was created to commemorate one...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
This olive wood palm cross is designed to be carried, held, and returned to whenever a quiet moment of prayer or reflection is needed. Measuring 3.0 in (7.5 cm) and weighing 2.3 oz (65 g), it fits comfortably within the...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A pure olive wood budded wall cross from the Holy Land, hand-carved by Christian artisans in Bethlehem. Measuring 5.3 in (13.5 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180 g), this traditional wall cross is defined by its trefoil endings —...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross with Nacre
An olive wood Latin cross handcrafted in Bethlehem, featuring a delicate abalone shell border and the 12 Stations of the Cross engraved on the reverse. Measuring 7.9 in (20 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180 g), this wall cross...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix with Nacre
A standing Latin crucifix handcrafted in the Holy Land, featuring a natural olive wood frame, white Mother-of-Pearl face, green abalone shell accents, and a silver-tone figure of Christ. Standing 7.9 in (20 cm) tall and weighing 7.1 oz (200 g),...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A God Bless Our Home Latin Cross handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a beautifully carved Holy Spirit dove at its center and an olive branch flowing down the lower beam. The blessing "God Bless Our Home" is raised across...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A pocket travel crucifix handcrafted in Bethlehem, featuring the traditional Latin form, beveled edges, a silver-tone corpus, and an INRI plaque. Compact enough to carry in a pocket, backpack, travel bag, or purse, while also suitable for wall display or...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix with Nacre
A handmade Roman Catholic budded crucifix from the Holy Land, crafted with white Mother-of-Pearl, vivid green abalone shell, and Four Holy Elements sealed in gold-rimmed windows at each arm end. Measuring 5.1 in (13 cm) tall and weighing 4.2 oz...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A First Communion cross for girls handcrafted from Bethlehem olive wood, featuring a silver kneeling girl figure at the center. Measuring 6.3 in (16 cm) tall and weighing 5.6 oz (160 g), this wall cross was created to commemorate one...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A large olive wood comfort cross handcrafted in Bethlehem from authentic Holy Land olive wood. Measuring 3.9 in (10 cm) tall and weighing 2.8 oz (80 g), this smooth handheld cross is designed to rest naturally in the palm during...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix with Nacre
A Latin wall crucifix in pure white Mother-of-Pearl from the Holy Land, featuring Four Holy Elements preserved in silver glass capsules at each arm end and the 12 Stations of the Cross engraved on the reverse. Measuring 6.3 in (16...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix with Nacre
A handcrafted olive wood wall crucifix from Bethlehem, decorated with luminous Mother-of-Pearl and vivid abalone shell inlay. Measuring 8.3 in (21 cm) tall and weighing 7.8 oz (220 g), this larger wall crucifix carries real presence while preserving the reverent...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Latin Crucifix with Nacre
A handmade standing Latin crucifix from Bethlehem, carved in olive wood with Mother-of-Pearl set along the edges in green-shell tones. Standing 9 in (23 cm) tall and weighing 9.9 oz (280 g), this is a crucifix with Stations of the...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
A handmade olive wood crucifix with Jerusalem holy soil, featuring a silver-tone corpus, INRI plaque, and the Four Holy Elements sealed within gold-rimmed windows. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 3.5 oz (100 g), this compact crucifix can...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix
An olive wood Latin wall crucifix from the Holy Land, designed to serve equally well as a wall cross or a pocket crucifix. Measuring 4.7 in (12 cm) tall and weighing 4.2 oz (120 g), it features a silver-tone corpus,...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
A handmade Latin cross relief-carved from a natural block of olive wood, with the bark left intact around the edges. The contrast between the rough outer bark and the smooth carved cross creates a design shaped as much by nature...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Crucifix with Nacre
A handmade Catholic standing crucifix from Bethlehem, carved in olive wood and inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl in cream and green-shell tones. Measuring 8.5 in (21.5 cm) and weighing 10.6 oz (300 g), this is a crucifix with Stations of the Cross...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross
The contrast between the dark, natural bark on the outside and the pale carved cross within is the design itself. A budded olive wood cross carved directly from a natural block of Bethlehem olive wood — the bark left intact...
PRODUCT TYPE: Olive Wood Cross with Nacre
A Catholic olive wood budded cross from the Holy Land, also known as the Trefoil Cross or Apostles' Cross, with green abalone shell inlaid along its edges. Measuring 7.1 in (18 cm) tall and weighing 6.3 oz (180 g), this...
Traditional Latin Crosses and their meaning in Christian Tradition
The Latin cross is the most recognized symbol in Christianity, representing the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Its elongated vertical beam reflects the connection between heaven and earth, while the horizontal beam symbolizes humanity and the world.
For many believers, the Latin crucifix, featuring the figure of Christ, serves as a daily reminder of sacrifice, redemption, and unwavering faith. Whether placed in a home, worn as a symbol, or used during prayer, it carries profound spiritual significance.
Choosing the Right Latin Cross
Latin crosses come in a variety of forms, each suited to a different purpose. Wall crosses suit living rooms, bedrooms, and entryways. Standing crosses work well on desks, shelves, and prayer corners. Crucifixes with a corpus carry deeper devotional meaning. Simpler plain cross designs offer a clean and timeless presence. Smaller formats — comfort crosses and communion crosses — are particularly meaningful for children and personal devotion.
Selecting the right cross depends on your intention, whether for daily prayer, home décor, or as a meaningful Christian gift.
A Symbol of Faith for Every Occasion
Latin crosses are widely chosen for important spiritual moments, including baptisms, confirmations, and house blessings. Their universal form makes them meaningful across Catholic and broader Christian traditions.
They are also a thoughtful way to bring faith into everyday life, quietly present, yet deeply significant.
There is more to see. Our wall crosses, standing crosses, olive wood crosses, and budded crosses each carry their own character and meaning.
FAQ Section – Latin Crosses & Crucifixes
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