Iron Cross
Iron Cross Jewelry – What Does it Mean?
Iron cross jewelry and especially large cross rings are popular among people around the globe though they use it mostly unaware of what it symbolizes. Iron cross has a long history to itself which the younger generation sometimes fails to understand.
In Ancient Times
Iron cross was used hundreds of years ago by Teutonic knights as a symbol of their power. Later it was made famous by the Nazis as German Iron Cross in its various grades was awarded to men and officers to recognize their acts of bravery, heroism and leadership. Some neo Nazi groups also wear the large cross as a symbol of hate on display.
However, there is another dimension to it too. As the cross is one of the oldest religious symbols of all times it was used in early days only for its religious connotation. In spite of having the sacrosanct connotation wide cross jewelry is widely used for its fashion quotient.
The big cross jewelry easily becomes the symbol of bravery and rebellion quite in line with what the younger generation of the modern day symbolizes. Iron cross jewelry that is popular among today’s youngsters is cross necklaces, cross belt buckles, cross rings etc…
Resemblance Today
People nowadays deem wearing a cross jewelry as a “really cool” fashion statement. They believe it tells the others around them how rebellious they are and also that they belong to a class above the mundane rest. Iron cross is widely used by party freaks, socialites, bikers who want to demonstrate the difference in their lifestyle. In popular culture large cross is embraced as a symbol of overindulgence, luxury, and success. The rich and the famous sport the trendiest and even custom made cross.
Bikers and the Iron Cross
Bikers most probably have the strongest connection with the large cross jewelry and even history corroborates this. In the post German war era, the American G.I’s returned with the large cross medals as their tokens of victory. Later when G.I’s started biker and surfing groups they used them as a symbol of their rebellion and power.
The bikers of today wear big wide cross pendants with designs of a skull on them and also have a strong penchant for large cross rings. Iron cross rings for bikers come in various eye catching designs with the common factor being a boldly designed big cross at its center. Solid and heavy designs are what the bikers prefer to convey their rough attitude and crusader like style.
Iron Cross Jewelry & Celebrities
The large cross pendants and rings will only grow in popularity because they are endorsed strongly by celebrities especially rappers which make the ordinary people too want to sport something like their favorite star. Youth sensations like Eminem could be frequently spotted with large cross pendants. In the eyes of the younger generation these celebrities are what they crave to become one day and hence the wide cross jewelry they wear also portray a sense of their aspirations.
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Iron cross – Crucified for your sins
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MALTESE CROSS B Sticker 5″x5″ Patriot Iron AMERICAN Flag Vinyl Decal $3.99 |
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MALTESE CROSS A Sticker 5″x5″ IRON Patriot AMERICAN Flag Vinyl Decal $3.99 |
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PROTECH TRX 450R 400EX 250R BRAKE COVER ATV IRON CROSS $30.00 |
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MALTESE CROSS A Sticker SET (2) 5″x5″ IRON Patriot AMERICAN Flag Vinyl Decal $5.95 |
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MALTESE CROSS B Sticker SET (2) 5″x5″ Patriot Iron AMERICAN Flag Vinyl Decal $5.95 |
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Mens Stainless Steel Iron Cross Center Spinner Ring Size 9 $11.49 |
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Mens Stainless Steel Iron Cross Center Spinner Ring Size 11 $11.49 |
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Mens Stainless Steel Iron Cross Center Spinner Ring Size 12 $11.49 |
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Red Fireman Firehouse Plaque Maltese Cross Cast Iron Hydrant P,aque Heavy Metal $9.99 |
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Mens Stainless Steel Iron Cross Center Spinner Ring Size 13 $11.49 |
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NOS 60s IRON CROSS DECAL-THE BLUE MAX-W/SKELETON, TOP HAT & CIGARETTE IN HOLDER $5.00 |
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Iron Cross & Skull and Crossbones – Patch Lot $3.00 |
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Mid Size FLIP Black & Red Metal Head Sticker Skate 10″ Iron Cross $3.00 |
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BIKER MALTESE IRON CROSS NECKLACE WITH GENUINE SOLID STERLING SILVER CHAIN COOL! $164.00 |
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Iron Cross Belt Buckle Metal cool Great American Buckle black $19.99 |
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2 MALTESE CROSS MOTORCYCLE VEST Extender CHAINS IRON CROSS $11.95 |
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Old Cast Iron Cross Candle Shelf 23 ” long $23.99 |
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Crescent and Iron Cross E.F. Benson Hardcover $140.00 |
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IRON CROSSES ON 16mm CUSTOM CHX DICE – VELVET SILVER w/WHITE PIPS & #1 CROSS! $6.00 |
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IRON CROSS ROCK BIKER HOT RODDER BILLY Rockabilly Car Window Vinyl sticker Decal $0.99 |
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Biker Spiderweb Cross Embroidered Iron On Patch $4.49 |
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Ride Hard Die Free Biker Skull Iron Cross Biker Woven Patch $3.99 |
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RED IRON CROSS WRISTBAND METAL GOTHIC ROCK EMO PUNK NEW $7.99 |
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LADIES IRON CROSS WITH FEATHER POST EARING $10.99 |
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Motorcycle Bikers Patch IRON CROSS Jacket Vest Sew On $3.49 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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3 INCH Maltese Cross Embroidered Iron On Biker Applique Patch FD Choice Of Color $4.99 |
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One Of A Kind Skull Iron Cross Biker Custom Tattoo Bracelet SK1370 Creep Wired $35.00 |
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DRAGONFLY CLOTHING COMPANY EMBROIDERED IRON CROSS BLACK POLYESTER MEN’S X-LARGE $12.99 |
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BEAUTIFUL NEW CAST IRON CROSS BOOKENDS $9.99 |
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German Panzer Tank Knight Iron Cross Medal War Battle Waffen Uhlan Death Skull $24.99 |
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Ornamental Iron Wall Cross 8 1/2″ Decorative Cast Iron Sealed Antiqued Finish $7.95 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $14.23 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $14.23 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $17.08 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $14.23 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $15.18 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $16.13 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $16.13 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $15.18 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $17.08 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $16.13 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $14.23 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $16.13 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $15.18 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $15.18 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $17.08 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $13.28 |
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TRIBAL TATTOO IRON CROSS SKULL BIKER LONG SLEEVE T SHIRT M TO 4X $17.08 |
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MILLS QT ANTIQUE SLOT MACHINE – IRON CROSS PAYOUT CARD $15.00 |
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Bat & Cross Gothic Punk Embroidered Iron On Patch CD313 $3.99 |
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RELIGIOUS CROSS IRON ON PATCH LOT GOLD COLOR LARGE SIZE NEW PACKAGE FANCY FINE $9.50 |
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WW1 PHOTO of GERMAN ARMY OFFICER IRON CROSS RECIPIENT $14.95 |
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WW2 WWII WH Elite Officer General Veterans German Knights Knight Iron Cross $16.00 |
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WWII WW2 German Grand Knights Iron Cross Medal 31.5′ 80cm AWARD NECK RIBBON WW2 $14.00 |
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WW1 WWI Imperial Prussian Royal Army German 1914-1918 Iron Cross 2nd 2. Class $16.50 |
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Live for Now by Iron Cross (Oi!) (CD, May-2001, GMM Records) $6.99 |
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IPCW Accessory Conversion Headlight 7 Round Iron Cross W/ H4 CWC-7019 $69.99 |
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IPCW Accessory Conversion Headlight 7 Round Iron Cross W/ Skull W/ H4 CWC-7020 $89.99 |
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WW1 WWI German Prussian Knights Iron Cross Golden Oakleaves Swords and Diamonds $29.00 |
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1870 Imperial German Franco French War Prussian Royal Grand Knights Iron Cross $19.50 |
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German Officers / Bikes with Iron Cross Ribbons – rppc $14.99 |
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Skull in Cross Gothic Style – Rhinestone Iron-On Transfer – 9″ x 7″ $20.48 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $13.99 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $12.99 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $11.99 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $10.99 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $9.99 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $9.50 |
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Pair Single Flare Iron Cross Tunnels Ear Plugs W/ GEM 4g 2g 0g 00g 1/2 9/16 5/8″ $8.99 |
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GERMAN EAGLE & IRON CROSS Keychain/Bottle Opener CELTIC $9.88 |
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Huge Detailed Cross – AWESOME – Rhinestone Iron On Transfer $17.98 |
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IRON CROSS BIKERS CROSS 70′S MALTESE CROSS MIJ CHOPPER EAGLE BORN FREE $7.99 |
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1939 ELITE KNIGHTS IRON CROSS WITH SILVER OAKLEAF CLUSTER SWORDS AND DIAMONDS $50.00 |
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Pinstriper Sign Blank Automotive Iron Cross Metal Sign $18.00 |
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IRON CROSS SKULLS SIGN SYMBOL Hobby Money Clip Watch $0.99 |
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Fancy ” iron cross” cancel $0.99 |
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Set 4 LEATHER GOTH Spike Keyring Skull Iron CROSS BIKER $5.99 |
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MALTESE IRON CROSS BELT BUCKLE LARGE BUCKLES $8.50 |
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NEW Iron Cross Motorcycle Biker Cap Hat w Skull – Black $16.99 |
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WW1 WWI Imperial German Prussian Pour Le Merite Blue Max Iron Cross Officer Set $51.00 |
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WW2 WWII Veterans Rudel Knights Iron Cross Golden Oakleaves Swords and Diamonds $32.00 |
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WW2 WWII WH German Oakleaf Oakleaves Swords Grand Knights Iron Cross Germany $13.00 |
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WW2 WWII WH Veteran Officer General German Knights Iron Cross “1″ Junker Berlin $16.00 |
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The General magazine, Squad Leader-Cross of Iron, Vol 15, # 6, AH, Avalon Hill $5.39 |
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FIRE ~ CHURCH WROUGHT IRON CROSS Altar Piece Sculpture Novica Guatemala ART $80.06 |
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BLACK LEATHER BIKER IRON CROSS BELT KEY CLIP FOB *NEW* $2.79 |
