

















Explore clear, compassionate guidance about necklaces that hold ashes and choosing the memorial jewelry that feels right for you.
Clear answers about urn necklaces for ashes, filling instructions, threaded closures, included accessories, everyday wear, and care.
An urn necklace for ashes is a wearable memorial with a small hollow compartment designed to hold a symbolic portion of cremated remains. The ashes remain concealed inside the necklace and are secured by a threaded screw, cap, or bail, depending on the design.
Open the threaded closure and use the included miniature funnel and filling tool to guide a small amount of finely textured ash into the compartment. Avoid overfilling the chamber, keep the threads clean, and tighten the closure securely after filling. Each Sands of Time necklace includes a fill kit and instructions.
A cremation necklace holds only a very small symbolic portion of cremated remains. The exact capacity varies by the size and shape of the compartment, so only add enough ash to fit comfortably without packing or overfilling it.
The screw-style closure threads into the necklace and closes the opening to the interior compartment. Before tightening it, make sure no ash is resting on the threads. A clean, properly seated closure provides the most secure fit and helps prevent the cap or screw from loosening.
Yes. Sands of Time fillable cremation necklaces include a matching chain, a miniature funnel, a filling tool, and instructions for placing the ashes inside the threaded compartment at home.
No. The ashes are placed inside a concealed compartment and are not visible from the outside. This is different from glass cremation pendants, where the ashes may remain visible as part of the finished artwork.
Yes. Cremation necklaces are suitable for everyday wear when handled with care. Remove the necklace before sleeping, showering, swimming, strenuous activity, or situations where it may be pulled or struck. Follow the care guidance listed for the specific memorial and design.
No. Remove the necklace before showering, bathing, swimming, or entering a hot tub. Repeated water exposure may affect the metal finish, chain, threaded closure, or any optional sealant used around the screw.
The threaded closure should always be tightened securely. Some families also choose to apply a very small amount of jewelry-safe adhesive to the clean threads for a more permanent seal. You may prefer to leave the closure unsealed if you would like to reopen the necklace later and scatter a small portion of the ashes at a meaningful place or during a special trip.
An urn necklace contains a hidden compartment that you fill with ashes at home. Infused cremation jewelry is created by an artist who permanently incorporates the ashes into glass, resin, stone inlay, or another material. Urn necklaces keep the ashes concealed, while infused designs may allow the ashes to remain visible within the artwork.
No promo codes needed. Your discount adjusts as your order grows.
Off orders over $300
Off orders over $600
Off orders over $1200