The delicate pendant depicts the female (or woman) symbol and hangs from a sterling silver chain in this sweet and simple necklace.
- Dainty pendant necklace
- Made of sterling silver
- Necklace is 18 inches long
- Female symbol is about 1/4 inches , about 3/8 inches long
design: A small circle balanced above a short cross forms the female (Venus) symbol, set as a single charm at the center of a fine sterling silver cable chain.
size: Chain measures 18 inches long; the pendant is about 1/4 inch wide and 3/8 inch long.
material: Sterling silver.
features: Dainty scale, female/Venus symbol pendant, fine cable chain, lightweight for everyday wear, spring-ring clasp
care: Store in a fabric pouch or closed box away from moisture and perfume, and polish occasionally with a soft silver cloth to keep it bright.
disclaimer: As with all sterling silver, expect a light natural patina to develop over time with wear — this is normal and easily polished away.
The Story
The symbol on this pendant — a circle balanced above a small cross — is one of the oldest surviving gender glyphs, first used by Greek and Roman astronomers to mark the planet Venus and, by extension, the goddess associated with it. Alchemists later borrowed the same mark for the metal copper, part of a long chain of scientific and everyday use long before it became shorthand for "female."
Its modern meaning was fixed in the 18th century, when the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus adopted the circle-and-cross as the standard notation for female in his classification of plants and animals — a convention that moved from biology into general use as a symbol of womanhood.
Rendered here as a small pendant rather than a printed icon, the symbol becomes something to wear rather than just read: a quiet, literal way to carry an identity close, without needing further explanation.
A pendant this size starts as a flat sheet or cast blank of sterling silver, cut to the circle-and-cross outline and then filed and sanded by hand so the edges sit smooth against the skin. The finished charm is soldered onto the chain or hung from a jump ring, and the whole piece is tumbled or hand-polished to bring up the silver's shine before the clasp is attached.
Craft & Materials
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a small, meaningful everyday necklace that says something without shouting it
- Wear It With: Wear it alone as an everyday layer, or stack it with other fine chains at slightly different lengths
- Purpose: Everyday wear, layering piece, gift for a daughter, sister, or friend
- Metal: Sterling Silver
Questions & Answers
What does the symbol on this necklace mean?
It's the female (Venus) symbol — a circle above a small cross — a mark with roots in ancient astronomy that has come to represent womanhood.
Is this necklace real silver?
Yes, both the pendant and the chain are made of sterling silver (92.5% silver).
How long is the chain, and is it adjustable?
The chain measures 18 inches long. It isn't listed as adjustable, so consider your preferred length before ordering.
How big is the pendant?
It's dainty — about 1/4 inch wide and 3/8 inch long, sized to sit as a small accent rather than a statement piece.
Will the silver tarnish, and how do I care for it?
Sterling silver can develop a light natural patina over time. Store it in a pouch away from moisture and polish occasionally with a soft silver cloth to keep it bright.
