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Description
What You're Getting
A Russian Cross in Bethlehem Olive Wood
The cross is cut from thick Bethlehem olive wood. It is described as the holiest tree in the Holy Land, used for religious, historical, and artistic objects for centuries. The grain and natural color variation of Bethlehem olive wood mean no two pieces are identical. Browse more olive wood pieces in our olive wood collection.
Mother of Pearl Inlay
The cross is inlaid with Mother of Pearl, a material with a long tradition in Holy Land craftwork. Mother of Pearl adds a luminous, iridescent quality to the olive wood surface, catching and reflecting light in a way the wood alone cannot.
Jerusalem Engraved in Russian
The word Jerusalem is laser-engraved in Russian Cyrillic on the cross. This detail is meaningful for Russian-speaking Orthodox Christians, for whom the Cyrillic inscription of the holy city's name carries both linguistic and spiritual significance.
Using Your Russian Cross Magnet
As a Daily Reminder on a Fridge or Surface
The quality of the olive wood and Mother of Pearl inlay means it looks appropriate in any of those positions, not out of place the way a printed or plastic souvenir magnet might. The Russian cross form and Jerusalem engraving give it meaning beyond decoration.
As a Souvenir or Gift for Russian-Speaking Believers
For Russian-speaking Orthodox Christians, a wooden Russian cross with Jerusalem engraved in Cyrillic is a highly specific and personal souvenir. The Bethlehem olive wood origin adds the Holy Land dimension that makes it more than a generic souvenir. Pair it with other pieces from our holy land gifts collection for a complete Holy Land gift set.
What's in the Box
1 olive wood Russian cross magnet, 6x4 cm, with Mother of Pearl inlay and Jerusalem engraved in Russian
Certificate of authenticity
Prayer card
For more olive wood souvenirs and Bethlehem craftwork, explore our olive wood collection.
Who This Is For
For Russian-Speaking Orthodox Christians
The Jerusalem inscription in Cyrillic makes this cross a direct and personal object for Russian-speaking believers. The Russian cross form reinforces that connection. For anyone in the Russian Orthodox tradition, this magnet is among the most culturally and spiritually specific Holy Land souvenirs available.
For Those Who Collect Quality Holy Land Souvenirs
A magnet made from thick Bethlehem olive wood with genuine Mother of Pearl inlay is a different category of souvenir from the mass-produced alternatives. For collectors who care about material quality and craft, this piece stands on its own.
For Gift Givers Who Want Something Specific and Personal
A generic souvenir gives the recipient something to look at; a Russian cross magnet with Jerusalem in Russian and Bethlehem olive wood gives them something that speaks to their specific faith, language, and tradition. That specificity is what makes it a genuinely considered gift.
Storage and Care
Storing Your Magnet
If storing rather than displaying, keep the magnet in a dry location wrapped in soft cloth to protect the Mother of Pearl inlay. Avoid stacking hard objects on top of it, as Mother of Pearl can chip under pressure.
Caring for Your Magnet
Wipe the olive wood surface gently with a dry cloth. The Mother of Pearl inlay can be cleaned with a dry or very slightly damp cloth; avoid abrasive materials that could scratch the iridescent surface. A very light application of olive oil on the wood (avoiding the inlay) once a year will keep the wood from drying out. Learn more about the Bethlehem craftsmen behind this piece on our about us page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Russian cross form?
The Russian cross, also called the Orthodox cross or three-bar cross, has three horizontal bars: a small upper bar representing the INRI inscription, the main crossbar, and a slanted lower bar representing the footrest. The slant carries theological meaning in Eastern Christianity. This cross form is central to Russian Orthodox and other Eastern Christian traditions and is the most common cross form in Russian religious art.
What is Mother of Pearl?
Mother of Pearl, also called nacre, is the iridescent inner layer of certain mollusk shells. It has been used in Bethlehem craftwork alongside olive wood for generations, creating the characteristic lustre of Holy Land religious souvenirs. It catches light differently as the viewing angle changes, producing a shifting, luminous quality on the surface.
Can this magnet be ordered in bulk as a souvenir gift?
Yes. Wholesale and bulk ordering are available. Please visit our wholesale policy page for details.