Occitan Cross Pendant Sterling Silver | Cathar Faith Jewelry | Made in USA

The Occitan Cross -- also known as the Cathar Cross or Cross of Languedoc -- cast in .925 sterling silver and Made in USA. This flat pendant weighs 1.2 grams and measures 0.81" x 0.69".

Lost-wax casting preserves the twelve points of this distinctive cross design, and each piece is hand-polished to a clean, bright surface. The casting technique dates back 6,500 years to the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia.

The Occitan Cross originated in the Languedoc region of southern France and became associated with the Cathar religious movement of the 12th and 13th centuries. Its twelve points are sometimes interpreted as the twelve signs of the zodiac or the twelve apostles, depending on the tradition.

Perfect for those with Occitan heritage, medieval history enthusiasts, students of the Cathar movement, or collectors of rare cross designs from around the world. Arrives with a sterling silver jump ring attached.