Many families choose cremation services for their loved ones. This decision gives them the opportunity to create cremation jewelry. Here’s what you should know about these special memorial keepsakes.

What Is Cremation Jewelry?

Numerous types of cremation jewelry exist, including necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, keychains, and pocket watches. Each piece features an interior compartment that can hold a small amount of ashes.

The compartment can also hold other items that represent the deceased, such as strands of their hair, crushed flowers they loved, or very small pieces of clothing they often wore.

The jewelry maker protects the compartment with a threaded bail or threaded stopper, which the wearer can unscrew when they want to access the compartment. 

Why Is It Popular? 

Many people who choose cremation services get cremation jewelry because it allows you to keep your loved one close to you whenever you wish. Some people wear the jewelry every day, while others save it for anniversaries or special events.

Because the wearer often passes the jewelry on to relatives, it’s meant to last a long time. That’s why makers use high-quality precious metals, like silver, platinum, and gold. The jewelry is also highly customizable. For example, you could get a piece that’s very discreet, so people won’t know it’s a memorial piece.

Alternatively, you could engrave a photo of your loved one, your loved one’s name, or some special words (such as quotations, scriptures, or lyrics) onto the piece. You can also choose from a variety of styles, shapes, and colors, so the piece feels personal to you and your loved one.

Honor your loved one with beautiful cremation jewelry from Dennis George Funeral Home. Based in Cleves, OH, the compassionate staff has provided funeral and cremation services, as well as memorial keepsakes, for over 20 years. Available 24 hours a day, they’ll do everything they can to help you celebrate your loved one’s life. Explore their cremation jewelry online, and call (513) 941-6700 to learn more about their services.