The Cross

Older than any of the arguments about it.

Four tapered arms, edged in small dark pavé, with a single pink-red oval held at the crossing. The arms lift slightly away from each other, so the piece has depth rather than lying flat.

The cross was a protective mark for a long time before it belonged to anyone. Two lines meeting is the simplest way to draw a place where something is held — the point where the roads cross, where you stand, where a decision gets made.

This is a ring for the stage of refusing. She isn't asking for protection here. She's marking a position and standing on it.

Sits high with a compact footprint, so it clears a sleeve.

What it is

• Four tapered arms with small pavé along the edges
• Single pink-red oval stone at the crossing
• Raised profile, compact footprint
• Adjustable band, no sizing required

Specification

• Metal — Solid brass, gold plated
• Band — Open, adjustable, approx. US 6–9
• Stones — Center stone with pavé edging

Care

Last on, first off.