The Soft Strength of Women's Gold Crosses: Faith That Feels Feminine

Feminine Gemstone Cross Necklaces for Women

Gemstone crosses have a special appeal: they are feminine, beautiful, and symbolically meaningful to the wearer. Scripture is replete with meaningful references to the cross of Jesus Christ and to the relationship between the follower of Christ to the intent of the cross. Wearing a beautiful, feminine gemstone cross necklace from Apples of Gold is a […]

Holy Spirit Dove Symbolism in Christian Jewelry

The dove is often recognized as a symbol of peace, but it represents far more than simply freedom from conflict or discord. To Christians, the dove is also a symbol of the Holy Spirit and the Holy Spirit dove jewelry motif is an elegant way to bring His continual presence to mind. The Holy Spirit […]

Onyx in the Bible

Did you know that the onyx stone is mentioned 11 times in the Bible? Onyx is first mentioned in the Book of Genesis: “And the gold of that land is good: there is bdellium and the onyx stone” (2:12). It is then mentioned 7 times in the Book of Exodus, where the Onyx is set in the ephod and the breastplate […]

Jewish Jewelry for Passover and Beyond

Passover may soon be over, but wearing jewelry that speaks of your faith and heritage is always in good taste! Apples of Gold’s collection of Jewish jewelry provides pendants, rings, earrings and more that are perfect for expressing both faith and culture all year round—let’s take a look at four varied and stylish examples. The […]

Empty Cross Pendants to Celebrate the Resurrection!

He is risen! Empty cross pendants are excellent ways to remember not only the fact that Jesus is no longer dead, but also the life-changing significance of the resurrection. The Apostle Luke recounts the morning of the first Easter: On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the […]

Crucifix Jewelry: Reminders of the Message of Good Friday

It’s Good Friday, and no day is better than today for crucifix jewelry. These pieces depict the greatest demonstration of love in all of history: Christ’s ultimate sacrifice on the cross so that we could be right with God. Author and pastor John Piper put it this way: “The highest act of love is the […]

Cross Earrings: Messages of Faith That Light Up Your Face

A pendant may be the first thing to come to mind when you think of cross jewelry, but cross pendants are far from the only way to wear this widely-recognized symbol of faith! Cross earrings are an excellent way to call to mind the beliefs to which you hold: each time you catch a glimpse […]

Black Cross Rings: Pairing Modern Metals with Antique Finishes

The message of the cross is nothing new, but it never gets old! That’s why cross rings with black antiqued finishes are ideal ways to symbolize a faith that’s build on never-changing truth and an ever-present message of hope. Many of the black cross rings in Apples of Gold’s collection are crafted from cobalt. This […]

Gemstone Cross Pendants: Symbols of True Life Infused With the Colors of Spring

Spring is in swing and Easter will soon be here, making the present the perfect time for gemstone cross pendants, especially those that display stones in the vibrant shades of the season.  The cross is, in many ways, a symbol of new life: it’s a reminder of the ultimate gift of love through which all […]