Pear-cut gold and ruby pendant “Aïdée”

Description

Sublime pendant from the 40s in 18 carat gold set with a 1.5 carat pear-shaped ruby in bezel setting. The wine-red of the stone is enhanced by the warmth of yellow gold for a most striking effect.
Dimensions: 1.3cm with bail, 0.9cm without bail.
Weight: 0.29g
Eagle hallmark
This unique piece has had previous lives in France.

The story: Belonging to the corundum family, the ruby has fascinated since ancient times for its intense red color, a symbol of passion and power. Its name comes from the Latin rubeus, meaning “red”. The stone of the natives of the month of July, it is also called the stone of courage, because it is believed to have the power to build confidence and protect its wearer from negative energies. Considered a royal gemstone, it once adorned the crowns and talismans of rulers.