Cremation Diamond Necklaces from Heart In Diamond are Transforming the Way People Honor Loved Ones

For centuries, the ashes of loved ones who have passed on have been combined into beautiful jewelry, creating meaningful keepsakes that allow their memory to live on. In 2021, cremation jewelry is more popular now than ever before, with a huge number of people choosing to honor their loved ones in this unique, loving way.

THE ORIGIN OF CREMATION JEWELRY

Memorial jewelry, also known as funeral jewelry, dates back to the Late Middle Ages. Following the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s husband, in 1861, memorial jewelry experienced a surge in popularity, primarily due to the transition toward mass production and cheaper materials. 

During this time, funeral jewelry went beyond typical memorial rings to more creative jewelry ideas, such as lockets, bracelets, cameos and cremation necklaces.

Cheaper pieces were most commonly made from black enamel or glass, the mourning color having become incredibly popular thanks to Queen Victoria’s preference for it. More expensive items were created from jewels, ivory, pearls and jet — a type of fossilized coal.

Originally, memorial jewelry incorporated a few stands or a lock of hair from the deceased loved one. Although nails, blood and skin were also sometimes used when hair wasn’t a viable option.

For example, blood droplets were sometimes encased between two pieces of glass and attached to a necklace. Hair was also used to paint intricate pictures on a ring, or protected by two plates of glass and turned into a pendant.

Centuries ago, commemorative jewelry was usually only worn while the person was in mourning. After that, the jewelry was removed and stored somewhere safe. While ashes are still used to make cremation jewelry today, the treasured keepsake is often worn well beyond the end of the mourning period, providing the wearer with a sentimental way of keeping the person they’ve lost close to them at all times. 

KEEP THE MEMORY OF YOUR LOVED ONE CLOSE TO YOUR HEART WITH A CREMATION NECKLACE

Today cremation jewelry comes in a huge range of styles and designs, from vintage cremation rings to delicate cremation stud earrings. But out of all the different jewelry choices available, the most meaningful way to keep your loved one close to your heart is with a cremation diamond necklace.

Unlike a standard diamond necklace, a cremation diamond necklace contains the essence of the person you want to remember in the form of their ashes. One of the most common original cremation necklace designs was to place the ashes within two sheets of glass so everyone could see it. But today’s advanced technology allows us to create genuine diamonds from the ashes of someone who’s passed on.

These one-of-a-kind memorial diamonds come in a vast assortment of colors, cuts and sizes. The incredible variety available means you can custom-design your diamond so it perfectly represents the person you want to remember.

Our huge range of cremation necklace settings available in white gold, yellow gold and platinum means you can tailor your memorial diamond even further, creating a unique piece of jewelry you’ll treasure forever. From simple, subtle cremation necklaces with a single diamond to eye-catching, extravagant cremation necklaces with multiple diamonds, our extensive selection of cremation diamond necklaces offers something for everyone.

DIFFERENT STYLES OF CREMATION DIAMOND NECKLACES

Here are the most popular necklace designs and how you can turn them into beautiful pieces of memorial jewelry by incorporating a unique Heart In Diamond gem.

CHAPLET

A style of necklace which serves as a rosary, a chaplet is a Christian necklace which features prayer beads. The focal point of the necklace is often a large cross.

You can incorporate a memorial diamond into a chaplet necklace by placing it where the prayer to the Hail Holy Queen marker is normally located. Other options include placing multiple diamonds at various intervals around the chaplet, creating separators in between the prayers which make up the rosary.

NECKLET/CHOKER

A necklet, also known as a choker, is a short necklace which sits high on the neck of the wearer. Depending on the style of the piece of jewelry, it can be easy to transform this simple style of necklace into a memorial piece.

For minimalist necklets which don’t feature any jewels, a cremation diamond can be added in the center as the focal point. Alternatively, opulent chokers which highlight several different jewels can be turned into cremation necklaces by changing one of the jewels for a cremation diamond. 

PRINCESS NECKLACE

Sitting slightly lower on the neck than a necklace, a princess necklace is worn on the collarbone. This style of necklace can be very simple, featuring a single solitaire gemstone or very ornate, with multiple gems coming together to form a complex and intricate pattern.

However the piece looks, transforming it into a cremation diamond necklace is a simple task. A large gem in a simple design can easily be substituted for a one-of-a-kind memorial diamond, or one of the smaller gems that form part of a complicated design can be swapped for a memorial diamond.

MATINEE NECKLACE

Sitting lower than a princess necklace, just below the collarbone, a matinee necklace can be dressed up or down. A wise choice for someone who wants to wear their cremation necklace daily, this design works equally well for wearing in the office as it does for wearing on a night out.

Introducing a cremation diamond made from the ashes of a loved one is a wonderful and meaningful way to keep their memory close to you at all times. This style of cremation necklace is also suitable if you want to incorporate multiple diamonds into the design.

OPERA NECKLACE

Longer than a matinee necklace, an opera necklace contains one or more chains decorated with pearls and/or gemstones. The result is a gorgeous statement piece worthy of being worn to lavish events, such as a night at the opera.

You can add a memorial diamond to a pearl opera necklace, creating an eye-catching gem that stands out from the pearls. Alternatively, you can add a cremation diamond to an opera necklace containing other diamonds and gemstones for a subtle look which still has meaning.

ROPE NECKLACE

The longest of all necklaces on this list, the rope necklace sits below the breastbone. This design is often made of multiple thick braided ropes created from silver or gold. Traditionally, rope necklaces don’t feature any diamonds, gemstones or pearls. This makes them ideal for incorporating memorial diamonds to create a stand-out look.

You can add a single cremation diamond to really draw attention to the gemstone. Or alternatively, incorporate several memorial diamonds into the necklace to create a striking piece.

TURN ASHES INTO A MAGNIFICENT CREMATION DIAMOND NECKLACE

It doesn’t matter which style of necklace you prefer, incorporating a one-of-a-kind diamond made from the ashes of a loved one is a wonderful way of turning an already stunning piece of jewelry into an important memorial piece. Unlike memorial rings and earrings, a cremation necklace allows you to keep a piece of someone special close to your heart forever.