Perspective view of the Celtic cross with cabochon ruby and engraved detailing

Celtic cross

An 18-carat white and rose gold pendant, built between geometry, Florentine engraving and gemstones.
Rose and white gold Celtic cross with a cabochon ruby and square-cut diamonds, front view

The creation

The rose and white gold Celtic cross develops a radial composition in which the circle, arms and apertures build a rigorous balance. The cabochon ruby draws the eye to the centre, while the square-cut diamonds introduce points of light along the structure. The chromatic contrast of the two golds and the richness of the surfaces visually lighten the volume, keeping the pendant legible and present when worn.

Explore all the creations in this category or, if you are curious, discover the world of gemstones in the Gemstone Encyclopaedia. Dedicated insights into the characteristics, colour varieties and gemmological aspects of the stones can guide a bespoke project.

Rose and white gold Celtic cross with a cabochon ruby and square-cut diamonds, front view

The creation

The rose and white gold Celtic cross develops a radial composition in which the circle, arms and apertures build a rigorous balance. The cabochon ruby draws the eye to the centre, while the square-cut diamonds introduce points of light along the structure. The chromatic contrast of the two golds and the richness of the surfaces visually lighten the volume, keeping the pendant legible and present when worn.

Explore all the creations in this category or, if you are curious, discover the world of gemstones in the Gemstone Encyclopaedia. Dedicated insights into the characteristics, colour varieties and gemmological aspects of the stones can guide a bespoke project.

From design to matter

A personal drawing can become the starting point for a new pendant, developed around proportions, material and decorative language.

The initial meeting serves to clarify references, design direction and feasibility, without requiring an immediate decision.

Personalised jewellery

Celtic Cross belongs to my archive of created pieces and bears witness to a solution developed for a specific request. Each new piece of jewellery is redesigned considering the person, proportions, materials, use, wearability and desired character. In my atelier in Altamura, I personally oversee the transition from the initial reference to the construction, so that each project finds its own coherence without repeating a previously executed form.

From inspiration to design

Inspiration

The client gave me a precise design to turn into a piece of jewellery, asking me to enrich the surface with Florentine-style burin engraving. Among the chosen references she had also looked at the ring Merger, appreciating its decorative research. I therefore kept the initial geometric layout recognisable, developing the transition from graphics to material through proportions, reliefs and a coherent ornamental design.

Materials and finishes

I worked in 18-carat rose gold and white gold through manual metal shaping, defining the structure, openwork and transitions between the various elements. Florentine burin engraving brings the surfaces to life with a minute mark, while flush setting integrates Ruby cabochon diamonds squares in the composition. Polishing and quality control complete the work, with attention to edge precision and finish continuity.

Certifications and registrations

Technical expertise, professional registrations and qualifications have accompanied the development of my work in the goldsmithing and jewellery field.

Awards and recognition

Since 2009, I have guided private clients and couples through the creation of their jewellery in my atelier. Over thirty years of goldsmithing experience guide every stage: listening, design, workshop, quality control, and delivery. Awards, mentions, and accolades tell the story of the artisanal, technical, and creative journey that underpins my work. Each badge links to an in-depth article on the blog.

How is a piece of jewellery born?

A piece of jewellery can be inspired by a specific request or by a story worth cherishing. It is Custom when it starts with a shape, a stone, a material or a style to be crafted to measure. It becomes narrative When transforming a memory, symbol or personal passage into substance, proportion and meaning. Wedding rings, rings, pendants, necklaces and bracelets can follow both paths. In the Jewellery section, you can discover which one best suits your idea.
Portrait of Antonio Colonna, master goldsmith, in his workshop

Do you want to start from a creation like this?

If you would like to start from a drawing of your own or an aesthetic reference, I can guide you in defining a new shape, evaluating its structure and manufacturing possibilities together.

The initial meeting is to clarify desires, materials, structure, timelines, and feasibility. It doesn't require an immediate decision.