Cremation rates in the US stand at 53.1%. This rate has been on a steady annual rise for the better part of the last decade.
Though there are many people who are yet to accept a cremation as an alternative to being buried, there are good reasons for it.
Firstly, with cremation, the remains of the deceased can be placed in a place of significance to them.
Also, the ashes can be kept and divided among the loved ones to keep as a way of remaining close with their loved ones.
Traditionally, the ashes of the deceased were stored in an urn. Today, more people are opting to have the ashes of their loved ones stored in jewelry.
In this article, we will look at everything you need to know when choosing cremation jewelry.
Though cremation jewelry has been used for a long time, it has only started gaining popularity in the recent past.
Normally after the deceased has been cremated, the ashes are scattered or stored in an urn. The urn is then placed at the gravesite or a columbarium.
Some families choose to take the urn home as a way to remain close with their loved ones.
Cremation jewelry has a hidden inner compartment where the ashes of a loved one can be stored. They range from bracelets to rings, necklaces, and even pendants.
The jewelry has a threaded screw either on the top, back or side. To access the hidden compartment, one must remove the screw.
The loss of a loved one is a traumatic experience. It takes time for the bereaved to get used to life without them.
Though they are physically gone, the need to feel them close still remains. This is why people visit the gravesites of their loved ones even decades after they were buried.
It is also why people choose to take the urn with the ashes of their loved one home. Knowing that the remains are close by provides some sense of closure. Cremation jewelry takes it a step further.
They allow you to remain close with your loved one at all times. With a necklace or pendant with the ashes of someone you love, you get a sense not just of their presence but also of them watching over you.
Cremation jewelry has sentimental benefits and some advantages over traditional burials and using urns to store ashes. Let’s take a look at them.
The need to be close to a loved one especially shortly after they have passed away can be overwhelming.
If they were buried or cremated and the ashes placed at the cemetery, columbarium or even stored in an urn at a relative’s home, one must make the visit in order to feel close to them.
Cremation jewelry allows the family members to have their loved ones close at all times. This can help them through the grieving period and allow them to move on.
Compared to traditional burials and cremation urns, cremation jewelry does not only ensure your loved is close to you all the time, but can also save you money. The cost of burial can range anywhere from $ 7,000 to $ 8,500.
Cremation urns cost hundreds of dollars with some exceeding the thousand dollar mark. Cremation jewelry can be as cheap as $50. This can save you hundreds or thousands which is beneficial when working on a tight budget.
Even within a family, people relate differently. They bond over different things, and their love for each other stems from those unique bonds.
If you opt for cremation jewelry, you have the luxury of customizing it to symbolize the unique bond you had with your loved one.
There are many design options that one can opt for. These range from monograms with initials of the loved ones to symbols of common interests you shared.
You can even choose to have their picture added along with an engraving of their favorite quote.
Cremation jewelry can range from simple designs to more elegant ones made of high-quality material such as gold.
This will ensure that they are highly durable and can be passed on to the next generation as heirlooms. Even if gold or the likes is not an option, they can still be beautified with pearls or gemstones.
Unlike traditional burials or the normal cremation rituals where there is only one gravestone or urn, jewelry allows every family member to have unique memorabilia for their loved one.
Such customizations make the jewelry even more special.
At times, families have to deal with the loss of more than just one loved one. In such a situation, grieving and moving on after is more difficult and the cost for the burials may be very high.
Due to their size, ability to be customized and availability in all price ranges, cremation jewelry is great for such situations.
For instance, a child who has lost both parents can have a unique design made to symbolize the special bond that existed in their family.
Such a symbol can also become a source of strength and guidance, as it serves as a memory of the things your loved one represents.
The purpose of cremation jewelry is to keep loved ones close to us at all times. Being symbols of love, they should always be safe and protected in honor of the deceased.
Therefore, it is important to consider your lifestyle when choosing cremation jewelry.
If you are required to be very active and outdoors most of the time, a ring may be more suitable as it cannot get snagged like a necklace or pendant would.
Are you thinking of having your loved one cremated?
Lone Star Cremation offers an affordable, convenient, and practical approach to arranging cremation services. Contact us today for more information.
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2 Responses
Hello, was curious if it is possible to infuse the ashes into the piece itself, not having a compartment but added in the the metal when melting. Thank you in advance for the reply! Have a great day!
I am unaware of any vendor that offers this service.