The cross is a symbol of strength and faith. SIZE AND DETAIL: It's about 1" long and 3/8" wide. Each pendant contains approximately 4.0 grams of fine silver. I handcraft each piece so weight may vary slightly. All my materials are recycled and/or natural. HOW IT"S MADE: I made this fine silver pendant using Art Clay Silver (PMC). .999 After I shape the piece, I fire it in my jewelry kiln for 2 hours at 1650 degrees. I give it a bath in patina, hammer and polish it to a high shine. Most of my jewelry is made to order but I usually craft them within a month or so of sale. RECYCLED SHIPPING!!! I am so happy to announce that I use 100% RECYCLED AND RECYCLABLE shipping material!! I have looked the world over for the most sustainable shipping supplies and I've finally found the perfect combo. From envelope to your gift box or bag. I even up-cycle my shredded scrap paper as padding! I will use my packing tape until it runs out, so not to waste, but then its paper tape as well. Love your earth!! CARE INSTRUCTIONS: It's so easy! Fine silver doesn't tarnish easily, in fact I have a couple of pieces I haven't polished in a year or so. Just get a silver polishing cloth, when you notice a little change in the silver brilliance, just rub it with the cloth a few times! It will not disappoint. (I offer a free polishing cloth if you buy two pieces.) Please message me for your free cloth as I don't want to send an unwanted cloth. :) NECKLACE INFO AND OPTIONS: Pendants come with a 26" adjustable 1.5 mm waxed linen cord necklace. I use waxed linen cord for for it's water resistant quality, durability and for those of us who are plant based. However, I also offer a 1.5 mm leather cord and a braided hemp cord. Please message with cord preference. SHOP TALK: You are a wonderful person. I want everyone that is browsing handmade and small business shops to know that you mean the world to us. So thank you to all my thoughtful shoppers! ~LP