Cremation jewelry has grown in popularity as a way to commemorate a loved one and keep their essence close. Even so, there’s been a lot of confusion about just how ashes get inside the cremation jewel. Perhaps that’s because there are typically three ways that ashes can be added to cremation jewelry. How ashes get inside a specific jewel depends on the type of cremation jewel in question.
What Is Cremation Jewelry?
Cremation jewelry is either made to hold ashes by having a small chamber inside in which you add the ashes and re-seal yourself or is made using ashes or made entirely with ashes. There are actually hundreds of cremation jewel designs that represent these three types. Although no cremation jewel requires a lot of ashes to create, some require more ash than others. When shopping for cremation jewelry, customers may wish to consider how the ashes get inside of each jewel when making their purchase decision. Some jewels require ashes to be sent to the artist that creates a custom glass pendant or bead; standard non-custom metal jewelry requires the customer to add the ash to the jewel themselves.
Cremation Jewelry Types
As mentioned, there are three categories of cremation jewelry:
Standard Cremation Jewels
Standard cremation jewelry is made from precious metals like silver gold and titanium come in a myriad of designs. Popular designs include hearts, angels, flowers, paw prints, infinity symbols, and more. These jewels feature an inner chamber that is designed to hold and seal a small amount of a loved one’s ashes. Customers will add a pinch of ash by removing a screw in plug and (using a small funnel that comes with the jewel) to fill the chamber after they receive their order. It’s easy and step by step directions are included
Custom Cremation Glass Jewels
Custom cremation glass jewelry is created by glass artists who use a small amount of ash in the glass jewel’s design. These glass jewels, usually beads or pendants, are custom created. When the glass jewel is being made and still in a molten state the artist adds the ashes which are incapsulated in the glass. The ashes turn white and if the color of the glass is not too dark you can see the ashes inside. When you order them we will send an ash collection kit by mail and customers will send a small amount of their loved one’s ashes to directly to our artists who will incorporate the ash into their jewel design.
Custom Cremation Diamonds and Crystals
Custom cremation diamonds and crystals are made from the ashes. It’s a patented process, so it takes more time to create the finished jewels. Usually, cremation crystals can be made in 10 weeks. Cremation diamonds, however, require a longer production process; they can be made in 8-12 months. Again, we will send each customer an ash collection kit so the specified amount of their loved one’s ashes can be used to commission these types of cremation jewels. Any ashes that are not used are returned along with the jewelry.
How to Fill Cremation Jewelry
Customers will fill standard cremation jewelry themselves. Each jewel sold by Cremation Solutions comes with step-by-step instructions that show customers how to add ash to the jewel. These jewels hold a tiny amount of ash–often just a pinch–within their hollow chamber. To open the chamber, customers will remove a small screw and use the mini funnel provided with their order to fill the chamber with ashes. Then, they seal the chamber and replace the screw. The ashes remain safe within the jewel’s chamber and the jewel is then ready to be worn.
Cremation Solutions jewelry artists add ashes to the other types of jewels we offer–custom cremation glass jewels, custom cremation crystals, and custom cremation diamonds. Upon ordering these types of jewels, our company will send customers with a kit that comes with step-by-step instructions for providing us with a small amount of their loved one’s ashes. The amount needed depends on the type of jewel in question. Metal jewelry holds just a pinch of ashes. Custom orders will require anywhere from a tablespoon for crystals and half of one cup for cremation diamonds.
Following the kit’s instructions, customers will add the ash to the supplied container and mail it back to the company. We have a meticulous tracking process in place to ensure that no customer’s ashes are ever mixed with any other ashes. Also, if we do not need all of the ashes supplied to create the custom jewel that’s been ordered, we will mail them back with the completed item.
During the creation of these types of cremation jewels, our artisans will add the ashes as part of the design process. Once the items are mailed back to the customer, they are ready to wear or to present as gifts to other loved ones.
If you have any questions about our jewelry creation process, get in touch with Cremation Solutions to learn more about our custom jewelry and standard cremation jewels. We offer a wide range of cremation jewelry. It can be difficult to choose in some cases, so we are on hand to help you make your selection and answer any questions you may have about our jewels and creation processes.