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The Perfect Graduation Gift by Roberto Bell

Graduation marks a bittersweet moment in many people’s lives. The child has grown, leaving behind childish ways and moving into the world of adulthood. The student has left behind the care-free days of schooling and is poised to enter a new phase of employment or more serious study. An older graduate is marking the fulfillment of a long-held dream, completing their education and moving on to further adventures with new-found confidence and hope for a brighter future. Those left behind in the graduate’s passing feel a sense of loss mixed with pride, joy mingled with anxiety. What a better time to express your love for them and faith in God? What a better time to encourage them to take their faith with them? What a better way to express those sentiments than with a piece of Christian jewelry?

Giving a crucifix pendant can serve as a way for the graduate to show his or her faith, and for you to show your joy at his or her accomplishments. Crucifixes come in many different styles, from modern to traditional. They can be large or small, masculine or feminine. Some cultures have their own “style” of crucifix, from the Greek cross with its “extra” cross bar, to the Celtic cross with its distinctive circle. There’s even a style of claddagh cross, to show that the wearer is truly Irish. A crucifix can be very simple, bordering on plain, to very ornate and highly designed, ensuring that you’ll be able to match any graduate’s personal style and taste. A crucifix is one piece of Christian jewelry that crosses all denominational boundaries, too, guaranteeing that your gift will be greatly appreciated and worn for many years to come.

Christian jewelry in the form of a medallion or medallion cross can accompany a young person on the next phase of life’s journey with a constant reminder of the good saint’s care. St. Christopher can look after the one traveling far from home, whatever the destination. St. Michael takes special concern for soldiers and military personnel. St. Brigid, St. Catherine, and St. Thomas Aquinas all serve as patrons for scholars. Add the saints prayers to yours as you send your loved one out into the “big, wide” world.

Prayer box jewelry and lockets with Christian symbols are another way to bless the graduate in more ways than one. The piece of jewelry itself serves as a beautiful and intricate gift, while the prayer you tuck inside adds another dimension of both spirituality and thoughtfulness. Prayer box jewelry comes in many versatile forms, too, from bracelets to necklaces and even rings, making it the perfect gift for the young lady with sophisticated tastes. Some designs are even customized specially for the graduate, containing scrollwork mortar caps.

Gemstone or colored stone Christian jewelry can be a more personal way to express your pride and congratulations to the graduate than secular jewelry. Consider a cross made of, or containing the sparkle of, her birth stone or other favorite gem. Lockets and medallions can often be engraved, affording another opportunity to either add a personal sentiment or a special blessing or bit of Scripture for the graduate.

Christian jewelry doesn’t have to be for the ladies only, either. Many styles of medallions, crosses and crucifixes would be appropriate for the gentlemen graduate, too. There are selections available that are masculine yet modern, trendy yet traditional, offering the man the same variety of style and choice as the lady. Specially made pieces for soldiers, sailors and airmen ensure that your serviceman’s faith goes with him on his tour of duty.

Christian jewelry is the right choice for the budget conscious gift buyer, too. With prices ranging from a few dollars for a small pair of earrings to hundreds spent on a gold and diamond cross, the buyer has many selections to choose from, irregardless of the size of the wallet. And gold and silver jewelry gains in value over time, so your gift can become a valuable asset for your graduate, as well as a heartfelt sentiment.

All in all, Christian jewelry is the perfect gift for the graduate, irregardless of age or gender. It can be a beautiful way to express your love and encouragement, mark a milestone accomplishment AND serve as a way to remind the student that while they may approach the next leg of their life’s journey, they do not have to walk the path alone.

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