Sterling Silver Christogram Cross Necklace includes: box chain, story card, artist bio and logo imprinted jewelry box. Necklace chain has spring ring clasp and is available in 18", 20" or 24" lengths. Beautiful Faith jewelry with a rich history and tradition. Ancient Christians used this Christogram as a crest or symbol for Believers. During dangerous times for Christians, these symbols helped believers recognize each other and escape persecution. Throughout the ages, these symbols have been used in the crests of Kings, Popes, and Countries. IHS interpreted as meaning Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jesus Savior of Men) in Latin or connected with In Hoc Signo used in latinsince the 7th century. English languge interpretation of IHS have included "I have Suffered" and "In His Service". -- Size (approximately): 1.12 " x 1.12" not including jump ring. Please see photo with ruler for size and scale. -- Included Story Card reads: "Christogram - Monogram of Christ and Crest of Christians - A Christogram is an ancient symbol that uses a combination of letters to form an abbreviation or Monogram of Jesus Christ. These symbols are found in ancient artwork, architecture and furniture. Ancient Christians used these Christograms as a Crest or symbol for believers. IHS - meaning "Jesus Savior of Men" and later interpreted as In "His Service"" -- Artist Bio on back of Card reads: "Nature inspired whimsy begins as a wax sculpture by artist, Lori Strickland. Designs are reproduced in sterling silver by the traditional lost wax casting method. Made in Florida. Jewelry should not be worn in shower or while swimming. Please clean carefully with a jewelry cloth." -- Christogram Cross Necklace includes: box chain, story card, artist bio and logo imprinted jewelry box. Additional Christogram History Card also included in box.