St Peters Upside Down Cross Necklace in 14K Gold

14K Gold St. Peter's Upside Down Cross Necklace

Worn in quiet reverence, our Saint Peter's Upside Down Cross honors one of the most humbling accounts in early Christian history. Tradition holds that the apostle Peter—sentenced to death under Nero—requested to be crucified upside down, believing himself unworthy to die in the same manner as his Lord.

The pendant is crafted in pure 14K solid gold with a smooth, polished finish on both sides. Unlike hollow alternatives, this piece is solid through and through, weighing approx. 5.0 grams. The cross itself measures 1 3/8" tall by 15/16" wide and is 1.5mm thick, with an overall height of 1 11/16" including the bail. It’s a bold but minimal statement—clean lines, squared ends, and a structure that reflects quiet strength.

The bail opening measures 4mm x 3mm and fits link chains up to 4mm and rope chains up to 3mm. Add an optional solid 14K gold 2.3mm curb chain in your choice of length from 18" to 30" for a complete necklace. Engraving is also available on the back—whether it’s a date, a name, or a Scripture reference that carries meaning for you.

Upside Down Cross Pendant Specs

• Guaranteed 14K solid gold—fully solid, not hollow
• Cross dimensions: 1 3/8" tall x 15/16" wide x 1.5mm thick
• Total height with hoop and bail: 1 11/16"
• Approximate weight: 5.0 grams
• Bail opening: fits 4mm link or 3mm rope chains
• Optional 2.3mm 14K solid gold curb chain (18"–30")
• Engravable on the back—personalize it
• Ships free in the U.S.A. with global delivery options available
• Made individually in the USA

A Symbol of Humility

The upside-down cross isn’t a mark of rebellion—it’s one of submission. To those who wear it in honor of Peter, it speaks to humility, self-denial, and a life committed not to self-glory but to following Christ, even unto death. As the apostle himself once wrote: "Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time." — 1 Peter 5:6