Cross Jewelry Care & Materials Guide: Make It Last

The way you care for your cross jewelry directly affects how long it stays looking its best. A sterling silver cross left in the bathroom will tarnish in weeks. A stainless steel piece worn through workouts can last years without a scratch. Knowing what your jewelry is made of – and what it can handle – is the difference between a piece that ages well and one that doesn’t. This guide covers the most common metals used in cross jewelry, what they’re actually like to wear, and exactly how to clean and store each one.