Damaskos Byzantine 18K Gold Pendant with Oval Emerald

This pendant is built around a single oval emerald, framed by a border of granulation that follows the form of the stone. The design draws directly from Byzantine jewelry tradition, where gemstones were treated as focal points rather than accents — the metalwork exists to hold and honor the stone.

The granulation technique requires each gold sphere to be individually placed and heat-fused to the base metal — a process that cannot be rushed or mechanized. The result is a surface texture that catches light differently from every angle. The pendant is cast and finished in 18K gold, weighing 4.50 grams, with a natural emerald totaling 0.98 carats. Every stage of production takes place in the Damaskos atelier in Athens.

Damaskos has worked exclusively in ancient Greek and Byzantine goldsmithing techniques for decades, referencing museum collections and archaeological sources rather than trend cycles. This pendant is designed for daily wear — its weight is minimal, its profile close to the body. It is also available in other stones and dimensions; contact Brilliant Athens directly for custom configurations.