Memorial and Cremation Jewelry
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Following the death of a loved one, we seek out ways to remember, honor and treasure their memory in a lasting and significant way. Wearing jewelry specially designed for the bereaved provides a comfortable way to remember a loved one. Many people wear memorial or cremation jewelry in the form of pendants, bracelets or pins. They can contain inspirational poetry, a meaningful verse of scripture or a memento of a loved one.
Cremation jewelry is a more recent trend, and the designs vary from simple to elaborate. They are usually cylinder or locket shaped pieces made of silver, gold or glass that contain a small portion of the cremated remains of a loved one. Certainly, this is not for everyone, but some people many find it comforting.
Another option is having a gemstone made containing your loved one’s carbon. These are created using either the cremated remains, or a lock of hair, if your loved one was buried. They are called Life Gems and are actually synthetic diamonds made from your loved one’s carbon. They stones can be made colorless or in various hues, including blue, red, yellow or green. The gem can then be placed in the setting of your choice. For more information about Life Gems, see www.lifegems.com.
When the grieving process comes to a conclusion of sorts and the bereaved find acceptance with the passing of someone dear to them, they often conclude that the person is only truly lost to them if they are not remembered. As long as they are remembered in a way that is comfortable they love that was shared is kept alive. There are many different ways to treasure the memory of a loved one and finding the right way for each individual is important. Memorial and cremation jewelry allows you to preserve their memory and wear a lasting tribute to your lost loved one.
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Very unique I'm not sure its for me, but nice that the option is out there for people.
Thank you both for reading and commenting. It is a little different, for sure! I do think everyone finds their own way to honor some one they have lost and this is just one of the many options. :)
This is interesting for me. I spent a few years selling funeral insurance some years ago and was amazed at the different typs and ways people had funerals. This is another direction I never even considered. I recently became aware of green funerals and the other day disolving bodies. Now choices don't just exist for living folks but now there seems to be hundreds of choices for dead folks.
I'm not a jewelry person so I went a different route. The two tattoos I have are hearts with the names of two beloved cats (T.C. and Secret). The artist who did oil paintings of them from photographs for me had been doing some research and found out that women are more likely to get memorial tattoos than men. As for me--I'm the ultimate recycler--my body is going to the University of California at Davis when I die (assuming I don't get run over by a semi!). Fascinating hub--thanks!
amy jane... It is a very sensitive area to write. You have handled it too well. Congrates Amy Jane
Food for thought. Interesting idea. I know of a few people that would appreciate the jewlery.
Thank you, Georgia - i have never heard of a green funeral! You are right, the choices are so many, and the decisions usually have to be made when the family can hardly think clearly. It is interesting though. Thank you for reading. :)
Hi TwoCansmom, i have been considering a memorial tatoo myself - I am having trouble deciding on a design, and I don't have any other tatoo's. so I am a little nervous about getting it! :) Your tatoo's sound beautiful. Thanks for reading!
Thank you, joyradiantlife and msms, for your kind words. :)
Hi Amy Jane,
I agree with all the above comments - this is an incredibly unique way to remember loved ones, and something I would never even have thought of!
Thank you for a very interesting (and superbly written) Hub.
Thanks so much, smallbizpro. I'm glad you found it interesting!
Very interesting. I'm not exactly sure it's what I would do, but then again, you never know what the future holds.
Thanks Naterider - it is surely a little different, and not for everyone! Thanks for reading and commenting! :)
I am just waiting for the release of cremation fillings...I had the mercury removed last year and would love to fill the cavity up with a memory.
Oh, funnebone, you are just a little twisted, but always very funny! :) Thanks for the comic relief...
Another option is to take the flowers from the funeral or memorial service and have that created into a pendant, ring, or bracelet. Some people find this less "morbid" than using the cremains. We have created these for people who have lost their children, parents, grandparents DECADES ago because many people save a flower from the service. It's nice to see how many options there are for memorializing those we love!
Wow, thank you for adding that! I had never heard of making jewelry from the flowers and I think that is a beautiful idea. Yes, certainly less morbid! :) There really are so many options to consider, and different things will appeal to different people. Thanks for reading and commenting! :)
Amy, a wonderful hub, not to mention the comments from your readers.
When we lose someone, or somepet, what do we do? I have pictures of my kitties, I have wonderful notes from friends and family, and I also have remains. One kitty is buried under the pine trees, another, I will have his ashes in a few days. My original thought was to bury his ashes under the pines with his sister. But I really like the idea of embedding the ashes into a piece of jewelry and wearing it.
This idea is not so different from the Victorian practice of embedding the hair of a loved one (lost or living) into a piece of "hair jewelry" to be worn with love.
Much food for thought here, and many options.
Your fan, ST.
Hi Sally, thanks so much for commenting, and I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad this has given you some ideas. I think it can be a really difficult decision, determining what to do with the remains of a loved one. I think the Victorian hair jewelery is a beautiful idea - thank you for sharing it (I have never heard of it before).
Thanks again. :)
Amy, I had read a news piece about Life Gems quite a while ago but had figured it was just a pr bit. It was great to read this company is alive and well and providing a great option for families. Thanks for putting your heart into this well written article.
Hi Doc Rich, I agree. I really like what Life Gems is doing. I think it is a lovely way to hold on to a loved one, without being to over the top. Thanks for reading and commenting. :)
Another wonderful way to remember is having a Love Ashes memorial www.LoveAshes.com when my dog passed away I searched the internet looking for unique ideas to remember him, they all looked the same until I came across this Midwest company.
The artist creates each piece by hand and they are all so unique, the prices are affordable and the service is outstanding.
I recommend Love Ashes to anyone. Thank you.
Thank you myfavjewel for the additional recommendation. It's great to have so many options to consider when choosing memorial and cremation jewelery.
I think that cremation jewelry is a great special way to help deal with the loss of a loved one. There are so many beautiful designs available - and in a lot of different mediums. Blown glass jewelry with ashes, ashes made into diamonds by extracting carbon from cremains, and jewelry even modeled from a strand of DNA.
A background on cremation jewelry's history can be found at http://www.cremationjewelry.com. Some of the craftsmanship on pieces made in the Victorian era are fascinating.
Thanks Nancy! There are so many beautiful options in cremation jewelry and it is a wonderful way to honor a loved one. Thanks for reading. :)
John Chancellor says:
2 years ago
That a very interesting way to remember a loved one. Thanks for sharing.