{"product_id":"gemstone-cross","title":"Gemstone Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis gemstone cross is a small natural crystal carved into a simple cross silhouette, about 1 inch tall.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut from genuine gemstone rather than glass or resin, the assorted stones used across this style mean the exact gemstone you receive varies piece to piece, so each cross is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGemstone Cross\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssorted natural gemstones — stone varies piece to piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarved cross, polished finish; no chain included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditionally used for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA personal symbol of faith and protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \/ Water-safe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by stone received — as a default, keep dry, avoid harsh chemicals and prolonged direct sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMeaning \u0026amp; history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn many traditions, carrying a cross-shaped stone is a way to keep a personal symbol of faith and protection close at hand. Many people tuck one into a pocket or bag, set it on a nightstand, or add it to a prayer or meditation space as a quiet, tactile reminder. Explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry\"\u003ecrystal jewelry\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/necklaces-and-pendants\"\u003enecklaces and pendants\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crystals\"\u003ecrystals\u003c\/a\u003e more broadly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to display or carry it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo chain is included, so this is a standalone carved stone — ideal for a pocket, altar, or small dish. This is a decorative, symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; cleansing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the stone varies by piece, care needs vary too — as a general rule, avoid harsh chemicals and prolonged direct sunlight, and store it away from hard surfaces that could chip the polished finish. If you're unsure whether your particular stone is water-safe, a dry wipe is always the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this cross, and is it real stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a small cross carved from genuine natural gemstone, not glass or resin — a decorative, symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich gemstone will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe stones are assorted and vary piece to piece, so the exact gemstone you receive may differ from the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a chain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — this is a standalone carved stone meant for a pocket, altar, or small dish rather than a necklace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it water-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat depends on which stone you receive, so as a default we recommend keeping it dry and avoiding harsh chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid prolonged direct sunlight and harsh chemicals, and store it away from hard surfaces that could chip the polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pairs well with this piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt pairs naturally with other pieces from our jewelry and necklaces and pendants collections for a matched, meaningful set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is this cross, and is it real stone?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It's a small cross carved from genuine natural gemstone, not glass or resin — a decorative, symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Which gemstone will I receive?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The stones are assorted and vary piece to piece, so the exact gemstone you receive may differ from the photo.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it come with a chain?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No — this is a standalone carved stone meant for a pocket, altar, or small dish rather than a necklace.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it water-safe?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"That depends on which stone you receive, so as a default we recommend keeping it dry and avoiding harsh chemicals.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How do I care for it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Avoid prolonged direct sunlight and harsh chemicals, and store it away from hard surfaces that could chip the polished finish.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What pairs well with this piece?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It pairs naturally with other pieces from our jewelry and necklaces and pendants collections for a matched, meaningful set.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Village Originals, Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42719706710204,"sku":"010578","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0029\/3008\/1859\/files\/hf_20260730_195138_a5d02c06-e799-4688-a1ca-dca8db53685f.png?v=1785442108","url":"https:\/\/www.theharmonystore.com\/products\/gemstone-cross","provider":"The Harmony Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}