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This necklace captures the power and symbolism of early medieval Britain through a masterful fusion of history and modern design. Its centerpiece—a gilt bronze bridle mount from the Saxon era, circa 400–600 CE—once formed part of the ornate harness of an elite warrior’s horse. The pendant’s distinctive “axe” or “pelta” shape evokes the martial prestige and ceremonial pageantry of the early Anglo-Saxon world, echoing the treasures discovered at Sutton Hoo. Parallels to similar Anglo-Saxon fittings can be found in the collection of The British Museum, where equestrian ornamentation signified nobility, spiritual power and the intimate bond between horse and rider.
Rebecca Rau’s design reimagines this ancient artifact with a dynamic interplay of color and light. A 2.30-carat Lightning Ridge black opal flickers with iridescent fire above a richly hued 2.99-carat oval Merelani mint garnet. Surrounding them, five rhodolite garnet sugarloaf cabochons and five round teal tourmalines create a rhythmic chromatic pattern—each gemstone hand-set in radiant 18K gold. The piece hangs from an 18K diamond-cut chain, balancing archaeological gravity with refined modern wearability.
Chain: 15 3/4" length
Pendant: 1 3/4" length x 1 1/2" width
Rebecca Rau Green Flame Necklace
$33,500.00
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Rebecca Rau’s design reimagines this ancient artifact with a dynamic interplay of color and light. A 2.30-carat Lightning Ridge black opal flickers with iridescent fire above a richly hued 2.99-carat oval Merelani mint garnet. Surrounding them, five rhodolite garnet sugarloaf cabochons and five round teal tourmalines create a rhythmic chromatic pattern—each gemstone hand-set in radiant 18K gold. The piece hangs from an 18K diamond-cut chain, balancing archaeological gravity with refined modern wearability.
Chain: 15 3/4" length
Pendant: 1 3/4" length x 1 1/2" width
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