Why More Men Are Wearing Gold Crucifix Necklaces

Cross Necklace for Mom

It’s time to buy something meaningful for your mom! Nothing is more well deserved and unique than ca ross necklace for mom on those beautifully special occasions like her birthday, Mother’s Day, Christmas or any momentous occasion that calls for the perfect gift that will bring her real joy and be a reminder of your […]

Meaning of the Orthodox Cross

The Orthodox Cross (also known as the Eastern, Greek or Russian Orthodox Cross) has been a variant of the Christian cross since the 16th century. However, it bears some resemblance to a cross with a bottom crossbeam slanted the other way (upwards) in the Byzantine Empire since the 6th century. Three horizontal crossbeams make up […]

Why We Designed our Men’s 14K Solid Gold Cross

There are normally two categories of 14k solid gold cross pendants for men in the retail jewelry market: thin, flat crosses that are stamped out of a gold metal sheet and in the shape of a cross and hollow, lightweight crosses. At Apples of Gold Jewelry, we designed our men’s 14k solid gold cross pendant […]

Meaning of the Dove in the Bible

What is the meaning of the dove in the Bible? All of the Gospels record an instance in which the Holy Spirit descends upon Jesus in the form of a dove. Luke 3:22 says: “And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which […]

What is a Maltese Cross?

What is a Maltese Cross? The Maltese cross is a popular symbol worldwide, signifying the important values of courage and divine protection.  What is a Maltese Cross? You will especially find this cross design all across the island-country of Malta, an archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. The Sovereign Military Order of Malta also wears this […]

Is Wearing a Cross Idolatry?

Crosses are a way for people to express their faith publicly and outwardly in the form of jewelry. But is wearing a cross idolatry? The Bible is clear on this topic and the answer may surprise you. Is Wearing a Cross Idolatry? The idea that a cross may be idolatrous to wear is rooted in […]

Angel Bible Verses

Angels play a prominent role in the Bible. Among the most famous angel Bible verses, the book of Hebrews calls God’s messengers ministering spirits who are sent forth to minister to the heirs of salvation. Sometimes angels appear as men; other times we see them as winged creatures praising God in heaven, and at other […]

Large Gold Crosses for Men

Most gold crosses in the jewelry industry today are either thin, hollow or flimsy. But Apples of Gold Jewelry designed and created the below large gold crosses for men who are looking for not only a substantial Christian pendant to promote their Christian faith, but also added a line of large gold crosses with real […]

The Meaning of the Methodist Cross

The meaning of the Methodist cross is spiritually rich and full of historical and Biblical symbolism. The two main symbols of the United Methodist Church feature the traditional, plain cross coupled with the flame icon, combining the elements of the Roman cross and Jesus Christ’s atoning sacrifice with the flame or fire of the Holy […]