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Take a look at these stunning Faberge jewellery designs for Valentine’s Day 2024, celebrating a mix of ruby gemstones, precious diamonds and polished 18ct rose gold.
Love is in the air and for those of us that have the finest taste in jewellery designs, there is only one way to celebrate the special day - with Faberge. Faberge jewellery designs for Valentine's Day are a guaranteed ticket straight to the heart. Here at C W Sellors, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite designs to give you some inspiration when looking for the perfect gift for her this Valentine’s Day 2024.
Why Faberge?
Faberge is one of the most renowned and prestigious jewellery manufacturers on the Earth. Most noted for its Imperial Egg designs, the company opened its doors in 1842 and still gives rise to images conjured of talented artisans making imperial gifts for Russian tsars and royalty. Behind the legendary brand was a man named Peter Carl Faberge. Thus goes the story of Faberge…
Peter Carl Faberge was not just a jeweller but an artist too, who liked to express his vision through unique and innovative creations. Company founder Gustav Faberge had been running the company since its birth but handed the reigns to his son Peter in 1872. The man was meticulous in his work and a complete perfectionist, to say the least. He was known to walk around observing the creations of his masters. If he wasn’t happy with a small detail, he would smash the design to pieces using a hammer without the slightest inkling of regret. It is this quest for perfection that has continued to evolve with Faberge ever since.
It’s one reason why Faberge's designs are so perfect for Valentine’s Day. Ideal as a token of affection for a loved one, it’s difficult to choose between the many designs we have on offer here at C W Sellors. The history of the Faberge Easter Egg alone is one of pure delight and intrigue. One of the first of its kind was gifted by Tsar Alexander III to his wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna as a special Easter gift with a unique surprise inside. Thereafter, these initial hen eggs, with a golden yolk inside and a hen with ruby eyes lying at the centre, became a very sought-after thing.
Today, Faberge’s Imperial Eggs have not only become synonymous with royalty but with those who adore the beauty and allure of these elaborately crafted designs. The Faberge Imperial Eggs that followed are renowned for their spectacular works of art and the intricacy of the details within each design, sparked by artistic imagination. They also make for the most perfect Valentine’s Day gifts.
Rubies for Romance
Queens and Empresses have long been pampered by them, why should your loved one be any different? Ruby gemstones are the ultimate symbol of love. Prized above all coloured gemstones, the ruby is associated with power, good luck and wealth – but most of all – love. Its rich red hue, shared with the colour of hearts and roses, prompts feelings of affection and romance. Speaking the language of the heart, rubies have long been used in engagement jewellery and wedding jewellery designs, symbolising enduring love.
One category of Faberge masterpieces worth taking a look at in time for Valentine’s Day this year is the Faberge Surprise Lockets from the Essence range – particularly the ruby gemstone assortment. We’ve chosen some of our favourites here at C W Sellors to share with you.
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For Valentine’s Day, there is no better expression of love than with a ruby. Faberge does it best with designs like this stunning diamond and ruby heart Surprise Locket crafted from sumptuous 18ct rose gold. The design is regal and opulent – perfect for those who like to be spoilt rotten on Valentine’s Day. Experts at Faberge have chosen an exquisite heart-shaped ruby wrapped in the delicate tones of 18ct rose gold. The centrepiece is surrounded by a rose gold egg locket adorned with a round brilliant-cut diamond at the front. Other details like a diamond-set bale elevate the design further.
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Just like Cinderella’s slipper itself, this breathtaking Faberge Surprise Locket celebrates beauty and femininity, featuring the ruby gemstone but with a twist. The red lustrous stone is set into an 18ct white gold shoe that sits at the heart of a polished 18ct rose gold egg. The shell reveals the ruby-mounted slipper from an 18ct rose gold chain and a glistening diamond-set bale. This splendorous design from the Faberge Essence series is a complete treat for any Faberge-loving lady this Valentine’s Day.
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If the white gold ruby shoe design wasn’t impressive enough, how about a ruby lacquer shoe? Shrouded in the colour of love and romance, the red-clothed shoe that sits inside this Surprise Locket by Faberge is beautifully lacquered to enhance its dramatic red tones against a polished 18ct yellow gold egg. The Essence collection, from which this elaborate design derives, celebrates the brand’s love for surprise and wit. Could there be a more fitting message behind a Valentine’s Day gift than this one?
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Inside this Faberge Surprise Locket is a heart-shaped rose surprise, topped with a round-shaped Gemfields Mozambican ruby. Inspired by the iconic Imperial Eggs, this elegant locket has been meticulously handcrafted to enhance the rich tones of this rare ruby stone and the polished surfaces of the rose gold metal. Enclosing the egg is a round brilliant-cut diamond and the entire design hangs effortlessly from a bale intricately set with a further five scintillating round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Whether you love the simplicity of a heart-shaped ruby centre, or something a little more innovative and exciting, the Surprise Lockets from Faberge’s Essence collection are sure to provide you with plenty of ideas when it comes to spoiling your loved one this Valentine’s Day.
For more information on any of the Faberge designs we’ve featured in this article, you can call and speak to a member of our C W Sellors sales team today on 01335 216004. Alternatively, you can explore more Faberge jewellery designs for Valentine’s Day within our C W Sellors collections or email us at sales@cwsellors.com
