A silver-plated cross set with small, purple amethyst stones. It comes on a fine silver-coloured chain about 45 cm long, weighs about 9 g and was made in India.
Vivid purple on the cross
The purple stones make a striking contrast with the silvery cross. They stand out on grey, black and white clothes, and you can wear the cross with a colourful patterned blouse too. On most people the chain of about 45 cm reaches the collarbone, so the cross hangs on the smooth spot below the neck.
Amethyst is the purple form of quartz, a hard stone that stands up well to everyday wear. Strong, direct sun can fade it over time, though, so don't leave it on a windowsill.
The stone of bishops' rings
Amethyst has long been called the bishops' stone, because bishops' rings were traditionally set with amethyst. In the Church, purple is the colour of waiting and repentance, worn by priests in Advent and Lent.
That makes a cross with purple stones a fitting gift for Easter, at the end of Lent.
Comes on its chain, ready to wear
The silver-coloured chain comes with the pendant, so the cross can be worn as soon as it is unwrapped. It is also a good choice for a confirmation, a name day or a February birthday, as amethyst is February's birthstone.
Its silver plating is a thin layer over the metal; it is not solid silver. Take it off before bathing or swimming and store it dry. If you want to keep the shine, wipe it now and then with a soft, dry cloth. At 9 g, it is comfortable to wear all day.