10 Small Urns for Ashes

A small urn, also called a keepsake urn, holds a small portion of a loved one's ashes rather than the full amount. They let families share ashes between several people, keep a little close while scattering or burying the rest, or hold the ashes of a child or beloved pet. Here are some of the keepsake urns we currently make, grouped by style.

Quick answer: Small or keepsake urns hold a small portion of ashes, ideal for sharing among family or keeping a loved one close while scattering or burying the rest. They come in many styles: candle keepsakes that hold a tealight, sleek metal keepsakes, one-of-a-kind crystalline-glazed ceramics, and biodegradable keepsakes for a water or land burial. Most also suit a pet's ashes.

Candle keepsake urns

Candle keepsakes hold a small portion of ashes and a tealight, so you can light a gentle flame in remembrance. The Teardrop Candle Sphere Keepsake has a soft, rounded ceramic body, and the Lantern Candle Keepsake brings a warm, lantern-like glow to a quiet corner.

Metal keepsake urns

For something sleek and modern, the Odyssee Teardrop Keepsake is a smooth metal teardrop that sits beautifully on a shelf or windowsill. It comes in several finishes, including grey and midnight blue and silver.

Crystalline keepsake urns

Our crystalline keepsakes are finished with a glaze in which real crystals grow during firing, so no two are alike. The Emerald Green and Violet Blue crystalline keepsakes each carry their own unique pattern. You can read more in our guide on crystalline keepsake urns.

Biodegradable keepsake urns

If you would like to scatter or bury a small portion, a biodegradable keepsake returns it gently to nature. The small Journey and Himalayan Rock Salt water keepsakes dissolve in water, while the Love Heart and Embrace keepsakes are made for a gentle land burial.

You can browse every design in our keepsake urns collection, and if you would like to keep a loved one even closer, see our ashes jewellery. For more on sharing ashes, see our hub on what to do with ashes after cremation.

Frequently asked questions

What is a small or keepsake urn?

A keepsake urn holds a small portion of ashes rather than the full amount. Families use them to share ashes between several people, keep a little close while scattering or burying the rest, or hold a child's or pet's ashes.

How much do keepsake urns hold?

They hold a small portion, typically a few cubic inches, enough for a meaningful keepsake. If you need to divide ashes between several relatives, a set of matching keepsakes works well.

Can keepsake urns be used for pets?

Yes. Many keepsake urns suit a small pet's ashes, or a portion of a larger pet's, just as they do for a person. The product page lists the capacity of each.

Can I scatter or bury a keepsake later?

Yes. Biodegradable keepsakes are made to dissolve in water or break down in soil, so you can keep a small portion at home and return it to nature whenever feels right.