subject: Cremation Jewelry Materials [print this page] The beauty of cremation jewelry lies, in part, in the detailed work of experienced jewelers who envision the unique designs and then craft each urn pendant by hand. That is only part of the story, however. Cremation jewelry also reflects the quality of the materials that go into every piece, including warm woods, shiny metals, and shimmering gemstones.
Glass and Manufactured "Stone" Urn Pendants Hand-blown glass and polyester resin are some of the man-made materials used to make beautiful, high-quality ash pendants with an extremely affordable price tag. And although the materials are manufactured, each piece is crafted by hand, insuring that each cremation necklace is one of a kind.
Natural Wood:
Wood is a natural material that's often used to make cremation jewelry. Natural wood is tasteful, warm, and very affordable. Hand-turned and highly polished wood results in a lustrous cremation necklace that has appeal for women and men alike. Domestic woods, like walnut, oak, and maple can be worked into cremation jewelry, along with exotic woods harvested from sustainable forests, including magnificent ancient Kauri wood. Because the wood is all natural, the natural grain alone is enough to make each wood cremation keepsake a unique creation.
Metals:
Permanence and strength are the hallmarks of metal jewelry, from low-cost metals like pewter, titanium, and stainless steel to gold and silver. The less costly medals are every bit as strong and enduring as the precious alternatives, and titanium cremation jewelry in particular is ideal for those who are allergic or sensitive to other metals. Unlike precious metals, titanium memorial jewelry can also stand up to corrosive environments.
Because they are rare, gold and silver are considered precious, and their cost is greater than other metals. Beautiful to behold, and with a high degree of luster, silver, gold, and gold vermillion are nonetheless softer than silver, pewter, and titanium, and therefore the precious metals are not suitable for wearing in a harsh environment.
Gemstones:
Natural or manufactured gem stones can be set in cremation jewelry to give the urn pendant added sparkle and a touch of elegance. Precious and semi-precious stones (such as pearls, diamonds, and amethyst) are commonly found in cremation jewelry, but to the naked eye, cubic zirconia, a man-made alternative, is virtually indistinguishable from precious stones, yet carries a substantially lighter price tag.
