If your loved one has died and you want to carry a piece of them close to your heart, you may want to invest in mourning jewellery. There are a vast number of options, and if you don't find exactly what you like, many jewellery designers may be willing to make a custom design. Here are some ideas to consider.
Signature Necklace
A signature necklace features your loved one's signature memorialised forever in metal. Whether you choose silver or gold, you have your loved one's name hanging close to your heart for ever. The simple style allows this type of necklace to work perfectly for all kinds of men and women.
Pendants to Hold Ashes
There are also pendants that are designed to hold a small portion of your loved one's ashes. These pendants can be small vessels made of silver, stainless steel or other metals. You can also put a small lock of hair, some dried flowers from the memorial or other significant items in these pendants.
Glass Cremation Beads
This type of memorial jewellery needs to be custom made. The ashes get swirled into a large bead or marble. Then, you can wear that on a necklace, as part of a bracelet or in multiple other ways. You may have to work with two craftspeople to get this type of jewellery made. In particular, you may need to find a specialist to make the bead. Then, you may need to commission another artist to work that bead into a piece of jewellery. This can work for both pets or lost friends and family members.
Lockets
You can take a classic approach to memorialising your loved one with a locket. Traditionally heart shaped but available in other designs, a locket is a small pendant that you can open. On the outside, you can etch your loved one's name, birthdate and death date. Then, on the inside, you can put a small photo of them plus a lock of hair if desired.
Charm Bracelet or Necklace
A charm bracelet or necklace is another option, and there's lots of flexibility. You can put on a heart-shaped charm with your loved one's details, a charm with their birthstone and a charm that represents something about them or their interests. You could even integrate a bead with ashes if desired.
To get more ideas, contact a jewellery designer directly. They may be able to help you come up with some inspiration.
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