Venetian Necklace with Open-Work Butterfly Pendant in 18K Gold

A Venetian chain with an open-work butterfly pendant in 18K gold — transformation, in filigree.

An open-work butterfly pendant on a Venetian box chain in 18K yellow gold at 1.8 grams — the butterfly rendered in filigree open-work, the transparent construction giving the pendant a lightness appropriate for the symbolism of transformation.

The open-work construction allows the butterfly wings to read with depth and complexity — light passing through the open spaces of the design creates shadows and dimension that solid pendants cannot achieve.

The open-work butterfly. Transformation, in filigree.

Ricca Jewelry. 18K gold. The butterfly, open-worked.