Size of face: 15.8mm

Weight (Silver): Approx 16g (varies with size)

Material: .925 Sterling Silver

Enamel: EFCOLOR Transparent Red

Come in smart Red Leatherette Box with a Certificate from the Malta Crafts Council and a leaflet (shown) explaining the history of the cross.

All our items are individually hand crafted and will therefore be unique. As such they may vary slightly from the picture shown.

Not all lengths/sizes of the same item are stocked and that it may not be possible to post the next day. So, if necessary, please allow an extra 7 days for these items to be hand crafted for you.

All weights are extrapolated.

Also known as the Order of Solomon's Temple, the Knights Templar, or simply the Templars, this was a monastic order created in 1120 for the protection of Christian pilgrims who were routinely slaughtered, sometimes by the hundreds, as they attempted to make the journey from the coastline at Jaffa through to the interior of the Holy Land.

The Templars’ headquarters was in a wing of the royal palace on the Temple Mount in the captured Al-Aqsa Mosque above what was believed to be the ruins of the Temple of Solomon. From this location the new order took the name of Poor Knights of Christ and the Temple of Solomon, or "Templar" knights.

The red cross that the Templars wore on their robes was a symbol of martyrdom, and to die in combat was considered a great honour that assured a place in heaven.

It is thought that the cross was most probably added to their robes at the launch of the Second Crusade in 1147, when Pope Eugenius III, attended a meeting of the French Templars at their headquarters near Paris.

Templar knights, in their distinctive white mantles with a red cross, were amongst the most skilled fighting units of the Crusades.The Templars became a favored charity throughout Christendom, and grew rapidly in membership and power.

They were also prominent in Christian finance. Non-combatant members of the order, as much as 90%, managed a large economic infrastructure throughout Christendom. They developed innovative financial techniques that were an early form of banking, building a network of nearly 1,000 commanderies and fortifications across Europe and the Holy Land, and forming the world's first multinational corporation.

• The Model is created in CAD before being 3D printed on a high resolution resin printer.
• A low wax casting resin is used.
• Various models are added to a "tree" and encased in high temperature investment to create a mold.
• The mold is then baked in an kiln for 14 hours at various temperatures to melt the resin and harden the investment.
• The hot mold is taken from the kiln and inserted into a vacuum casting machine.
• Molten silver is cast into the mold.
• The cast ring is sanded down, cleaned and the whole thing is polished.
• Colour is added by applying EFCOLOR enamel to the background to the desired depth.
• Excess enamel is cleaned off and a final thorough polish given.

 Manufacturer Details:

•Andrew Vella Montague

•32/3 Triq K. Zerafa. Birkirkara, BKR1712, Malta

•info@avmjewellery.com

Core Safety Warnings:

•Choking / Ingestion Hazard: "Warning: Small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years"

•Strangulation Hazard: "Warning: Strangulation hazard. Keep necklaces and long chains away from young children and do not leave them unattended".

•Sharp Edges / Physical Injury: "Handle with care. Earring backs, posts, or damaged edges may be sharp and cause scratches".

•Skin Sensitivity: "Contains copper or silver alloys; people with specific metal sensitivities should monitor their skin and discontinue use if irritation or redness occurs"

•Skin Sensitivity: “Contains fully cured resin; skin-safe for most people, individual sensitivities vary. Discontinue use immediately if skin irritation, redness, or discomfort occurs."

•Physical Activity: "Remove jewellery before intense physical exercise, sports, or heavy work to avoid injury or damage to the piece".

Care and Maintenance Instructions:

•Chemical Exposure: Avoid contact with perfumes, lotions, cosmetics, hairsprays, chlorinated water, and harsh household detergents/cleaners which can tarnish or corrode sterling silver

•Heat exposure: Resin is heat treated and may be damaged if exposed to heat.

•Daily Routines: Remove rings and jewellery before bathing, swimming, washing hands, or sleeping.

•Cleaning and Storage: Clean gently with a dry, soft silver-polishing cloth. Avoid abrasive brushes or harsh chemical dips. Store in a dry, dark place (like a closed jewellery box or anti-tarnish pouch) to minimize oxidation.