Be kissed necklace
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A jewel with a double meaning. Behind its playful, pop-inspired face, Francesca Villa’s Be Kissed necklace hides a mischievous surprise — a closed mouth that reveals a smile when tilted. Set in 18k rose gold (750/1000) and framed with shimmering tourmalines, this lenticular pendant plays with image and memory alike. For those who love artistic, precious pieces with a clever twist.
Details
Rose gold
Tourmaline
SKU:
FV-BEKISSED_U
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“Travelling is at the centre of my world. New faces, images and flavours indelibly enter my memory: I recall them in my creations with all the evocative power they deserve. A marriage between unexpected worlds, previously distant but which, brought together, become something unique and unrepeatable, in its design as well as in its soul."
- Francesca Villa
Be kissed necklaceU
Sale price€3.500
“Travelling is at the centre of my world. New faces, images and flavours indelibly enter my memory: I recall them in my creations with all the evocative power they deserve. A marriage between unexpected worlds, previously distant but which, brought together, become something unique and unrepeatable, in its design as well as in its soul."
- Francesca Villa
Francesca Villa
Since 2007, Francesca Villa has been turning jewellery into visual poetry. In her Piedmont studio, the Italian designer reimagines memory through found objects — Victorian buttons, tiny figurines — encased in 18k gold, diamonds and sapphires. Using the rare reverse intaglio technique, she transforms each jewel into a miniature work of art — precious, playful and profoundly personal.
What is this piece made of?
This piece contains:
Rose gold
Versatile and precious, gold takes on a particularly delicate character when transformed into rose gold. Its soft, nuanced hue — the result of an alloy combining gold and copper — offers a warm alternative to traditional yellow and white tones. Designers appreciate its gentle glow, setting it with diamonds or coloured stones, shaping it with textures or sculptural details.
China, Australia and Russia lead global gold production, but the ethical concerns surrounding extraction have long raised questions. Created in 2004, the Fairmined certification ensures traceability and supports responsible mining communities, restoring meaning and transparency to the use of this metal.
Gold’s story stretches back to prehistory. It appears in Egyptian ornamentation, fuels European expeditions across continents and shapes entire territories during the American Gold Rush. Its cultural and symbolic resonance continues today.
Because pure gold is too soft to be used alone, its strength depends on alloying — measured in karats. France authorises jewellery in 9k, 14k and 18k gold. The latter, composed of 75% pure gold, remains the standard for fine jewellery thanks to its durability and stability.
Rose gold’s distinctive colour is achieved by adjusting the copper proportion within the alloy. The result is a subtle and contemporary shade — one that appeals to those seeking a warm, modern alternative to classic gold tones.
Tourmaline
Tourmaline takes its name from the Sinhalese turmali, meaning “stone of mixed colours,” a fitting tribute to its remarkable diversity — more than thirty varieties ranging from subtle hues to striking colour combinations. Among them are elbaite, which can appear colourless, blue, green or pink, and the sought-after “watermelon” tourmaline with its pink centre and green rim.
Found in Afghanistan, Mozambique, Brazil, Madagascar, Russia and the United States, tourmaline is one of the most versatile gemstones in the mineral kingdom.
Across cultures, it is associated with protection and balance. In parts of Africa, among Native American communities and within Australian Aboriginal traditions, it is regarded as a talisman capable of absorbing negative energy.
In contemporary jewellery, its vibrant palette appeals to every sensibility. Our designers love the way its colours recall a collection of precious confections — a joyful, expressive and endlessly varied stone.
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Taking care of your jewels
Pieces of jewelry are delicate little objects. Even if they are made of resistant materials in order to be worn every day, it is still important to follow some general advice for them to keep their original beauty.
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