Olive Wood Necklaces

Olive wood cross necklaces handcrafted in Nazareth, including crucifix, Orthodox, Ichthus and Franciscan Tau crosses.

Olive wood from the Holy Land

The wood for these necklaces comes from olive trees of the Holy Land: from the yearly pruning of the trees, and from old trees at the end of their fruit-bearing life. Christian artisans in Nazareth and the Holy Land then cut, carve and polish each pendant by hand.

Every grain is unique

Olive wood has a lively grain in warm honey and brown tones. Every pendant is cut from a different piece of wood, so no two look exactly the same, even within one design. Some pendants add a silver-toned metal figure of Christ or a metal inlay.

Sizes and cord

Pendants range from a small 1.3 cm cross to about 5 cm. Several designs come in two or more sizes, for example the Russian Orthodox cross and the Good Shepherd cross. Each necklace comes on a cotton cord, some on an adjustable one. A spare brown cotton cord of 1 meter is also available.

Light to wear every day

Olive wood is light and pleasant against the skin, so many people wear their cross every day. Want to compare olive wood with sterling silver, or choose by tradition? See our cross necklaces guide.

Questions about olive wood necklaces

Where are your olive wood necklaces made?

They are handcrafted by Christian artisans in Nazareth and the Holy Land. NAZFAT® has worked directly with artisans in the Holy Land since 2003.

Where does the olive wood come from?

It comes from olive trees of the Holy Land: from the yearly pruning of the trees, and from old trees at the end of their fruit-bearing life.

Will my pendant look exactly like the photo?

The design is the same, but olive wood is natural, so the grain and color are a little different on every piece.

What cord do the necklaces come on?

Every olive wood pendant comes on a cotton cord, and some on an adjustable cotton cord. The size and cord are listed on each product page.

Can I wear an olive wood necklace in water?

Olive wood can handle a little water, but it should not stay wet or soak. Take it off for swimming and showering, dry it and wipe it with a soft cloth. Read more in our guide Can olive wood get wet?