Few people who sport an iron cross pendant will actually know the significance of this ancient Gothic jewelry that has lost its meaning in our modern times. Bikers and surfers are known to wear iron or Maltese cross jewelry.
Ironically, iron cross pendants are not casually worn by World War II veterans. Rockstars and other celebrities sport this decorated style and local 'crews' across the US have been spotted wearing some form of the cross as well.
It was first used by the Teutonic knights who used it as a display of their authority and power. Through the ages, the Iron Cross became a symbol of honesty, justice and bravery. Perhaps it is for this reason Hitler attributed this famed logo to his braves as a decoration for valor shown on the battlefield. In the war era it was Germany's highest award for bravery in the forces.
However, it has acquired a reputation of being worn by aggressive, rebellious and untamed individuals who wear iron cross jewelry as an exhibition of their style. Given its war history and the fact that it is still a cross shape that is embraced by millions around the globe religiously, it becomes clear as to why it's a growing trend.
Fast forward to the modern interpretation of iron crosses and a fashion conscious male would quickly point out that it's an increasingly popular and very attractively themed design. Though it was initially made out of iron, today there's a vast selection of sterling silver and stainless steel iron cross pendants, and if budget permits, even 10K or 14K gold. However, it was not the metal that became famous and popular, but the various designs of the iron cross that caught the eye and fancy of so many people all over the world.
When one talks of the Iron cross what immediately comes to mind is the image of a cross that is cut out of a square piece of metal. Known also as a chopper cross, the simple design comes in many shapes and sizes which are sometimes wrongfully labeled as an iron cross. The original cross was designed to have the sides of the cross quite wide and tapering to the center. The arms of the cross were of equal size and this gave the cross the dimensions of a square. Today, while this Gothic themed design still holds fast there are many design variations to this original pattern. Typically there are either multiple tiny crosses making for a single pendant or one large cross as the centerpiece.
In today's jewelry production of this fantastic theme, simple non-precious metals such as stainless steel and silver combined with efficient modern manufacturing make steel and silver iron cross pendants very affordable, ranging from 20 to 100 dollars. Needless to say that the main demographic of young and mature male bikers and other groups dominated by teens, punks, rebels, surfers, and Gothic followers embrace iron cross jewelry as among the most beautiful and popular jewelry ever made. There are endless design possibilities, including custom made special patterns which have unique designer innovated style. The choice lies with the individual.
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