Black Oxidized Damascus Steel Cross Pendant Necklace Black 24"

Damascus steel was a type of steel used for manufacturing sword blades in the Near East made with wootz steel.These swords are characterized by distinctive patterns of banding and mottling reminiscent of flowing water. Such blades were reputed to be tough, resistant to shattering, and capable of being honed to a sharp, resilient edge. The steel is named after Damascus, the capital city of Syria. It may either refer to swords made or sold in Damascus directly, or it may just refer to the aspect of the typical patterns, by comparison with Damask fabrics (which are themselves named after Damascus) Includes a free 24" round box chain necklace. Cross approximately measures in length: 2.3 inches, width: 1.25 inches.