James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a one-man operation that has grown ... Inspired by his renewed faith to design a cross that he wore around his neck, Avery was soon making them for others.

Its release is part of James Avery's 70th anniversary Christmas collection filled with statement rings, layering necklaces ... There's also two more new rings - a cross and heart wrapped together ...

For more than 60 years people have been enjoying jewelry from James Avery Craftsman ... A plain sterling silver Latin cross remains one of the brand’s most-popular items after all these years.

James Avery jewelry is also sold at more than 220 Dillard ... Avery’s first piece, the Plain Latin Cross, is still available for purchase. Texas is another theme reflected in its jewelry ...

James Avery jewelry has been a part of my life as long as I can remember. I got my first cross necklace (Fleuree cross) shortly after I was baptized on Feb. 6, 2000, two weeks before my 10th birthday.

To be honest with you, I have no idea what a James Avery cross ring might be, but if my parents said it should face me, I think I might wear it the other way. To be completely original ...