Medium Sterling Silver Cross Pendant with Real Pressed Flowers — Handmade in Mexico City, Available in 11 Background Colors, 18-inch Chain

A Sterling Silver Cross in Your Choice of Background Color

This medium-sized cross is one of our most versatile pressed-flower pieces — solid sterling silver, real flowers grown and pressed in Mexico City, and a dimensional construction with noticeable depth on the chest. Available in eleven hand-painted background colors. The dimensions (1.4 inches tall by 1.1 inches wide by 0.3 inches deep) give the cross presence without being heavy, and the variety of background colors lets you choose the piece that fits your personal style, your wardrobe, or your specific intention for the gift.

The cross comes from the same third-generation artisan workshop in Mexico City that produces our larger pressed-flower devotional pieces, including pieces sold at the gift shops of the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Available Background Colors

Select your color from the variant selector above. Each color is hand-painted by the artisan in the workshop and sealed under clear resin along with the real pressed flowers. Available colors include:

• Red — bold and traditional, pairs naturally with Sacred Heart devotion or Christmas gifting
• Pink — soft and feminine, popular for Quinceañera and Mother's Day
• Blue — classic and Marian-associated, suits everyday wear
• Violet — liturgical color of Lent and Advent, contemplative tone
• Green — natural and refreshing, associated with hope and growth
• Aqua — soft turquoise reminiscent of Mexican folk art tradition
• Orange — vivid and warm, distinctive without being overwhelming
• Gold — luminous tone that reads as elevated and celebratory
• White — pure and ceremonial, appropriate for weddings and First Communion
• Grey — neutral and modern, pairs with any wardrobe
• Black — striking and bold, dramatic against any neckline

Stock levels vary by color, with some colors having very limited availability. The variant selector above shows current availability.

About the Design

Dimensional sterling silver construction

Unlike flat stamped crosses, this piece has real depth — 0.3 inches of dimension that gives the cross weight on the chest and presence in person. The frame is solid sterling silver (925 standard), heavier and more substantial than plated pieces in the same size range.

Real pressed flowers, hand-painted backgrounds

The flowers are real — grown, dried, and arranged by hand by Mexican artisans. The composition typically includes small wildflowers, gypsophila (baby's breath), and pressed petals in colors that complement the background. Because each piece is arranged by hand, no two crosses are identical even within the same color.

Sterling silver pendant, silver-plated chain

The cross pendant is solid sterling silver (925 standard). The 18-inch chain is silver-plated. If you prefer a sterling silver chain to match the pendant, 18-inch sterling silver chains are widely available, and the cross will fit any standard chain.

Specifications

• Pendant dimensions: 1.4" tall × 1.1" wide × 0.3" deep (3.6 × 2.8 × 0.8 cm)
• Chain length: 18 inches
• Pendant material: Sterling silver (925)
• Pendant filling: Hand-painted background in 11 colors, real pressed flowers, sealed in clear resin
• Chain material: Silver-plated
• Closure: Lobster clasp
• Origin: Handmade in Mexico City
• Packaging: White gift box included

Who This Cross Is For

This is the cross for those who want a visible statement of faith with personal color expression. The medium scale makes it readable from across a room without being oversized, and the dimensional construction reads as substantial rather than delicate. The eleven color options let the wearer (or the giver) choose a piece that matches a wardrobe, a season, a liturgical theme, or simply a favorite color.

It works equally well as a personal piece worn daily, a Confirmation or Quinceañera gift where the giver knows the recipient's color preference, a Mother's Day gift, a wedding gift (white background), or a Christmas gift (red background). The cross is non-denominational in form, suitable for Christian women across denominations.

A Note on Layering

The 18-inch chain places the cross at the collarbone or just below. At this length, the medium cross works alone as the primary piece or layered above a longer chain (24"-28") that holds a longer pendant, such as a scapular or rosary necklace. The dimensional construction of this cross means it does not get visually lost when layered.

Care

Keep away from perfumes, lotions, water, and direct sunlight. Remove before showering, swimming, exercising, or sleeping. Clean only the silver edges with a soft polishing cloth — avoid silver dips and chemical cleaners, which can damage the painted background, resin, and flowers. Store in the original gift box.

The Guadalupe Gifts Promise

Authenticated at the source. Direct from a third-generation artisan workshop in Mexico City — the same workshop that supplies pieces to the gift shops at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Authentic origin, fair wages for artisans, and safe working conditions throughout our supplier relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my favorite color is sold out?

Stock levels vary by color, and some colors have very limited availability. The variant selector reflects current stock. If your preferred color is unavailable, contact us — we can let you know whether restocking is planned for that color. We also have other pressed-flower crosses in our catalog in single-color options if you prefer.

Are all colors the same price?

Yes. All eleven color variants are priced the same. The price reflects the construction (sterling silver, hand-pressed flowers, hand-painted background), which is identical across colors. Only the background color differs.

Are the colors meaningful in Catholic tradition?

Some are. Violet is the liturgical color of Lent and Advent. White is associated with Christmas, Easter, weddings, and First Communion. Red is associated with the Sacred Heart, the Passion of Christ, Christmas, and martyrdom. Green is the color of Ordinary Time and hope. Blue is traditionally Marian. The other colors (pink, orange, aqua, gold, grey, black) are aesthetic choices rather than liturgical, and can be selected for personal style or to match a recipient's preferences.

Is the cross really sterling silver?

Yes, the cross pendant is solid sterling silver (92.5% pure silver, the 925 standard). The chain is silver-plated. The cross will fit any standard sterling silver chain if you prefer to upgrade.

Are the flowers real?

Yes. Real flowers grown and dried by Mexican artisans are placed individually inside the silver cross frame and sealed under clear resin. The flowers are not printed, not silk — they are once-living plants permanently preserved.

Will my cross look exactly like the photo?

The background color and cross shape are consistent across variants. The exact placement and selection of pressed flowers will vary slightly because each piece is arranged by hand. Slight variations are part of handmade artisan work, not defects.

Can it be blessed?

Yes. Any Catholic priest or deacon can bless it after you receive it. The necklace ships unblessed, as Church teaching requires that sacramentals not be sold in a blessed state.

Same workshop as your other pressed-flower pieces?

Yes. Same Mexico City workshop, same technique, dimensional medium format. The technique is consistent across our pressed-flower collection — what varies is the form and the background color.