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Gold Cross Necklaces & Pendants

The cross, a word derived from the Latin “crux,” has been employed by human culture for centuries. Crosses appear, for example, in ancient Assyrian and Egyptian artistic representations in various forms, and the ancient Greek philosophers mention the cross in their writing.

As Christianity spread, the cross became all the more prevalent, with novel varieties, such as the stylized “Celtic cross,” emerging around the 5th century. Gold also made its first documented appearance around the 5th century B.C. in present-day Eastern Europe, but its popularity soon spread across the ancient cultures of both Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean. The Sumerians refined metalworking to yield remarkably complex gold jewelry designs, and by 1200 B.C. the ancient Egyptians had added the technique of hammering gold into gold leaf.

The cross still plays a significant role in ecclesiastical practice today, but it has relaxed into a more general symbolic significance as an icon of faith, hope, or comfort. Gold cross necklaces reinforce this emblematic role while adding an air of elegance.


Quick Facts

  • Gold was such a coveted commodity in the ancient world that the Greeks began exploring the pseudo-science of alchemy, or the practice of transforming base metals into gold, as early as the early 4th century B.C.
  • A gold cross, encrusted with diamonds, features prominently in the Sovereign Sceptre, an essential piece of regalia used in British royal coronation ceremonies since 1661. Intended to symbolize the power of the royal’s rule, the Sovereign Sceptre also showcases the 530-carat diamond Star of Africa
  • United States politician Williams Jennings Bryan delivered his “Cross of Gold” speech, one of his most memorable orations, at the 1896 Democratic National Convention. In his speech, he criticized the use of the gold standard, or the idea of tying a currency’s value to that of gold

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An enamelled gold cross, 4 x 3.5cms
Jun 30, 5:00 PM AEST
An enamelled gold cross, 4 x 3.5cms
by For-Auction
Est: AUD300- AUD500
AUD3604 Bids
A crucifix frame, 4.3 x 3.4cm
Jun 30, 5:00 PM AEST
A crucifix frame, 4.3 x 3.4cm
by For-Auction
Est: AUD550- AUD600
AUD6002 Bids
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14KT GOLD TWO COLOR CROSS 3 GRAMS
Jun 22, 12:00 PM EDT
14KT GOLD TWO COLOR CROSS 3 GRAMS
by Neely Auction
Est: $180- $300
$901 Bid
An 18ct gold necklace with cross formed pendant. A…
Jun 29, 9:00 AM BST
An 18ct gold necklace with cross formed pendant. A…
by Claydon Auctioneers
Est: £100- £200
£1001 Bid
AN ANTIQUE 9CT GOLD CRUCIFORM PENDANT
Jun 26, 3:30 PM AEST
AN ANTIQUE 9CT GOLD CRUCIFORM PENDANT
by Lawsons
Est: AUD1,000- AUD1,200
AUD201 Bid
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10k White Gold Cross Pendant
Jul 17, 10:00 AM EDT
10k White Gold Cross Pendant
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$11 Bid
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GOLDEN CROSS SHOWING A PORTRAIT OF POPE JOHN PAUL II ON THE REVERSE
Jun 28, 10:00 AM CEST
GOLDEN CROSS SHOWING A PORTRAIT OF POPE JOHN PAUL II ON THE REVERSE
by Galerie Moenius
Est: CHF1,100- CHF2,200
CHF1,1001 Bid
10K Gold Chain and Cross Pendant 1.69 grams.
Jun 21, 10:00 AM EDT
10K Gold Chain and Cross Pendant 1.69 grams.
by Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions
Est: $100- $150
$500 Bids
COLGANTE DE CRUZ
Jun 26, 5:30 PM CEST
COLGANTE DE CRUZ
by Magna Art Auctions
Est: €0- €0
€8000 Bids
14K Gold Cross Pendant 1.51 grams.
Jun 21, 10:00 AM EDT
14K Gold Cross Pendant 1.51 grams.
by Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions
Est: $100- $150
$500 Bids
9ct Gold hallmarked cross / crucifix measuring 52mm high overall, weight 4.6g.
Jul 12, 10:00 AM BST
9ct Gold hallmarked cross / crucifix measuring 52mm high overall, weight 4.6g.
by Potteries Auctions
Est: £80- £160
£450 Bids
A 9ct gold pendant of cross form, on a 9ct gold ch…
Jun 29, 9:00 AM BST
A 9ct gold pendant of cross form, on a 9ct gold ch…
by Claydon Auctioneers
Est: £70- £90
£650 Bids
Three cross formed pendants, to include an 18ct go…
Jun 29, 9:00 AM BST
Three cross formed pendants, to include an 18ct go…
by Claydon Auctioneers
Est: £50- £100
£500 Bids
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Large Victorian 9ct Gold Top and Gold Filled Ebony Black God Jesus Holy Spirit Mary Cross Pendant
Jul 11, 9:30 AM EDT
Large Victorian 9ct Gold Top and Gold Filled Ebony Black God Jesus Holy Spirit Mary Cross Pendant
by Figlio Designs LLC
Est: $250- $500
$1000 Bids
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GEROCHRISTO: 18K Gold and sterling silver religious Byzantine cross pendant, signed
Jun 24, 7:00 PM EDT
GEROCHRISTO: 18K Gold and sterling silver religious Byzantine cross pendant, signed
by Omni Auction Corp
Est: $750- $1,000
$3500 Bids
AN 18K GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE WITH CROSS PENDANT.
Jun 25, 10:00 AM BST
AN 18K GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE WITH CROSS PENDANT.
by Cadmore Auctions
Est: £2,600- £2,850
£2,6000 Bids
Kreuz Anhänger / A gold cross pendant, 20. Jh.
Jul 11, 9:00 AM CEST
Kreuz Anhänger / A gold cross pendant, 20. Jh.
by Auktionshaus Schwab
Est: €180- €360
€1800 Bids
Goldkreuz / Kreuzanhänger / An 18 ct gold cross pendant, Frankreich, 19. Jh.
Jul 11, 9:00 AM CEST
Goldkreuz / Kreuzanhänger / An 18 ct gold cross pendant, Frankreich, 19. Jh.
by Auktionshaus Schwab
Est: €600- €1,200
€6000 Bids
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Vintage 14k Yellow Gold God Jesus Holy Spirit Mary Cross Charm Pendant with Gold Chain
Jul 21, 9:30 AM EDT
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold God Jesus Holy Spirit Mary Cross Charm Pendant with Gold Chain
by Carroll's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Est: $400- $800
$1900 Bids
Goldkreuz / An 18 ct gold cross pendant, Louis Donati, Paris, nach 1824
Jul 11, 9:00 AM CEST
Goldkreuz / An 18 ct gold cross pendant, Louis Donati, Paris, nach 1824
by Auktionshaus Schwab
Est: €300- €600
€3000 Bids
A 14K Yellow Gold (tests as) Cross Pendant.
Jun 24, 10:00 AM BST
A 14K Yellow Gold (tests as) Cross Pendant.
by Cadmore Auctions
Est: £50- £70
£500 Bids
A 9K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant.
Jun 24, 10:00 AM BST
A 9K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant.
by Cadmore Auctions
Est: £30- £40
£300 Bids
Openwork cross pendant in 18K yellow gold setting.
Jul 03, 5:00 PM CEST
Openwork cross pendant in 18K yellow gold setting.
by Subastas Segre
Est: €0- €0
€3800 Bids
AN 18K GOLD CHAIN WITH CROSS PENDANT, A/F.
Jun 25, 10:00 AM BST
AN 18K GOLD CHAIN WITH CROSS PENDANT, A/F.
by Cadmore Auctions
Est: £2,300- £2,550
£2,3000 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Gold Cross Necklaces & Pendants


Cadmore Auctions

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Claydon Auctioneers

Auktionshaus Schwab

Auktionshaus Schwab

Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions

Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions