Damaskos Constantinato 18K Gold Cross with Ruby – Double-Sided 2.5g
A double-sided 18K gold cross pendant with a sandblasted matte finish. One face carries the inscription ICXC NIKA set with a 1.80mm ruby; the reverse depicts the Virgin Mary with Christ. Hand-finished in Athens by Damaskos.
About The Product
The Constantinato is a cross form carried in Greek Orthodox tradition since Byzantium — worn from infancy as a mark of faith and protection, passed between generations without losing its meaning. This double-sided pendant renders both inscriptions in 18K gold: the ICXC NIKA face set with a single 1.80mm ruby, the reverse bearing a relief of the Virgin Mary with Christ.
The pendant is hand-finished in the Damaskos atelier in Athens. The surface is treated with a sandblasting technique that produces a matte, light-diffusing finish — a deliberate contrast to polished gold, and one that references the worn, tactile quality of ancient devotional objects. The piece weighs 3.1 grams and is accented with 0.03 carats of diamonds alongside the ruby. Gold purity: 18K.
Damaskos has produced Byzantine-form jewelry in Athens for decades, working from a direct study of archaeological sources rather than stylistic interpretation. The Constantinato sits at the intersection of personal ritual and cultural continuity — worn daily, gifted at baptism, or kept as a piece that marks a moment. Also available with alternative stone selections; contact Brilliant Athens for options.
Features
Handcrafted
Solid Gold
Fine Materials
Byzantine Heritage
The Damaskos Collection
Constantinata are double-sided cross pendants rooted in Greek Orthodox tradition — each one handcrafted in 18K gold by Damaskos in Athens. Explore the broader crosses collection for single-sided designs, or browse pendants and necklaces for complementary pieces. Request a consultation for custom engraving.
