The Heart of Christmas, The Ruby Large Drop Pendant by Mikkel Brøgger
One-of-a-kind. Hand-cut. Made in New York City.
There are jewels that decorate, and there are jewels that hold meaning.
The Ruby Large Drop Pendant by Mikkel Brøgger belongs firmly to the latter: a singular expression of craftsmanship, color, and emotion, a piece that feels as if it carries the pulse of the season itself.
At once sculptural and deeply romantic, this necklace is a meditation on warmth and light, the heart of Christmas made tangible in stone and gold.
A Stone Like No Other
At its center lies a rare, natural burgundy-red ruby, cut by hand into a generous tear-drop cabochon of approximately 70.50 carats.
Opaque and richly colored, it glows not with brilliance but with depth, a deep, smoldering red reminiscent of candle wax, mulled wine, or the last ember in a fireplace.
Drilled at the crown and suspended from a delicate 14-karat yellow gold cable chain, the ruby becomes both pendant and presence, a drop of warmth against winter skin.
The Art of the Hand-Cut Gemstone
Unlike faceted stones that strive for perfection through repetition, cabochon cutting reveals a gem’s inner character.
This ruby, shaped entirely by hand, follows its own natural contours, its smooth surface catching the light like liquid glass. The proportions are deliberate, modern yet timeless, a design language that defines Mikkel Brøgger Jewelry.
Every element of the necklace has been crafted to echo that philosophy: the hand-made gold lock and clasp, the subtle balance of weight and line, the effortless elegance that arises from precision and restraint.
The Heart of the Season
In this piece, red takes on its truest meaning, passion, generosity, devotion, and the enduring warmth of human connection.
It is the color of the heart and of the holiday itself, a hue that bridges opulence and intimacy.
Worn against a simple black dress or a fine knit, the Ruby Large Drop Pendant becomes the focal point of any winter ensemble, a single stroke of color that radiates emotion.
It is not merely jewelry; it is a keepsake for a lifetime, destined to be remembered as the jewel of this Christmas.
Made in New York, Rooted in Design
Every Mikkel Brøgger creation begins with an idea sketched in the designer’s studio and is then brought to life by master craftsmen in New York City.
This piece, forged in 14-karat yellow gold and finished entirely by hand, exemplifies his sculptural approach to jewelry, elegant, architectural, and distinctly personal.
Though contemporary in form, it bears the soul of old-world craftsmanship: no casting line identical, no clasp machine-made, no stone repeated.
Only one exists.
Details
Stone: Natural ruby, approx. 70.50 carats
Cut: Tear-drop cabochon
Color: Opaque burgundy / red
Material: 14k (585) yellow gold
Necklace length: 23.5 in (60 cm)
Ruby length: 1½ in (38 mm)
Origin: Handmade in New York City
Edition: One-of-a-kind
An Heirloom for Generations
The Ruby Large Drop Pendant is more than a statement piece, it is an heirloom in the making.
It embodies Mikkel Brøgger’s belief that jewelry should feel as though it has always existed, quietly waiting to be discovered.
To wear it is to carry a fragment of art, design, and memory close to the heart, a perfect expression of the season’s spirit.