Round Olive Wood Jerusalem Cross Necklace from Bethlehem

Carry a symbol of Jerusalem close to you with this round olive wood Jerusalem Cross necklace, handcrafted in Bethlehem from natural Holy Land olive wood. The circular pendant features the historic five-cross design of the Jerusalem Cross, with the name JERUSALEM engraved prominently across its centre.

Measuring approximately 1.3 in (3.2 cm) in diameter, the pendant is lightweight and supplied on a 13.8 in (35 cm) black rope cord. Its open-cut details reveal the background through the wood and give the traditional design a distinctive, decorative appearance.

The Jerusalem Cross

The Jerusalem Cross is one of Christianity's most recognisable historic cross forms. Its design consists of one large central cross surrounded by four smaller crosses, creating the distinctive five-cross arrangement reproduced on this pendant.

The symbol has been interpreted in several ways within Christian tradition. One widely known interpretation associates the five crosses with the Five Wounds of Christ, while another sees the central cross as Christ and the four smaller crosses as representing the spread of the Gospel to the four corners of the world.

A Necklace with a Connection to Jerusalem

Unlike a plain cross pendant, this necklace places Jerusalem directly at the centre of its design. For Christians, the Holy City is inseparably connected with the final days of Jesus' earthly ministry, His Crucifixion and Resurrection, and some of Christianity's most sacred places.

That makes the necklace particularly meaningful as a Jerusalem or Holy Land keepsake, whether worn after a pilgrimage, given to someone preparing to visit the Holy Land, or simply chosen by someone who feels a spiritual connection to Jerusalem.

Handcrafted in Bethlehem

Although the pendant celebrates the Christian symbolism of Jerusalem, it is handcrafted in Bethlehem from natural olive wood. Christian artisans in Bethlehem have worked olive wood into crosses, rosaries, pendants, and pilgrimage keepsakes for generations.

Every piece of olive wood has its own grain, markings, and variations in tone. These natural differences mean that no two pendants will look completely identical and form part of the character of the material.

For Pilgrimage, Prayer & Everyday Faith

Its lightweight construction makes this Jerusalem Cross necklace suitable for everyday devotional wear, prayer, church gatherings, travel, or pilgrimage. The round wooden design is simple enough for regular use while remaining immediately identifiable through its five-cross pattern and Jerusalem engraving.

It can also be given as a meaningful Christian gift for birthdays, Christmas, Easter, Confirmation, pilgrimage remembrance, or as a small piece of the Holy Land for someone with a particular devotion or connection to Jerusalem.

Size & Details

Pendant size: 1.3 in (3.2 cm) diameter
Rope necklace length: 13.8 in (35 cm)
Material: Natural olive wood
Design: Jerusalem Cross with JERUSALEM engraving
Origin: Bethlehem, Holy Land

Care Instructions

Keep the olive wood pendant dry and avoid prolonged contact with water, perfume, lotions, or household chemicals. Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth when needed. Variations in grain, colour, and natural markings are characteristic of olive wood.

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