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Everything we do starts with why
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We believe in building better
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Everything is made to order, and it takes 5-8 days to make each piece. After you order is ready expect 2-3 days to recieve you order.
We ship priority with no additional cost, fully insured, and signature upon arrival is required.
Four pear-cut Lab-Grown Diamonds with their points turned inward, converging on a round brilliant at the centre. It reads as a cross and a flower at the same time, which is what the earliest Byzantine crosses did before the form hardened into something plainer.
Four pear cut Lab-Grown Diamonds and one round brilliant centre stone, 1.5ct total, each seated in its own milgrain-edged bezel. Solid 14K yellow, white or rose gold on a cable chain, never plated or hollow. Individual stones here sit under one carat, so they are not sold with lab reports — I select them face-up at the bench instead.
Turn the pears the other way and the arms flare outward, throwing the eye off the centre. Facing in, each point drives toward the middle stone and the four petals close into a single form rather than four separate ones. It is the same five diamonds as the flower version and a completely different object.
A row of fine gold beads worked around every bezel, five frames in total. The beads have to be even in size and evenly spaced or the eye finds the error immediately, and they have to survive final polishing without flattening. That is bench work, not casting, and it is what gives the piece its antique weight.
Substantial enough to be the only thing at the neckline, and clean enough to layer under something longer. It works as a christening, confirmation or milestone gift, and equally as a piece somebody buys for themselves.
Built after you order it, in my Queens workshop. Made to order in 7 to 10 business days. Free insured shipping, signature suede pouch, lifetime warranty on craftsmanship.
Every BPQ piece begins as a custom design developed in our New York studio. Each ring is digitally modeled, then crafted in solid 14K gold using high-precision casting and finished by hand - polished, refined, and stone-set for lasting durability.
Everything we do starts with why
We believe in building better
Real people making great products
Every piece is backed by our lifetime manufacturing warranty. Quality craftsmanship you can trust for generations.
Meticulously crafted by skilled artisans in New York City using traditional techniques and modern precision.
Conflict-free lab-grown diamonds with the same brilliance as mined stones. Save 30-40% without compromising quality.
Our most protective design and customer favorite. The Guardian Cross features a bold, substantial profile handcrafted in solid 14K gold. This powerful symbol combines timeless faith with modern strength, designed for those who seek both spiritual meaning and enduring quality. Each piece is individually crafted in our NYC workshop with meticulous attention to detail.
All of our Crosses are crafted in 14k solid gold. 14k gold is durable and subtle to it's color, it can last for generations
Our line of crosses are not listed with chain. We use bail system to fit chain up to 3mm (rarely used for crosses) to ensure you can add it on any chain.
Yes. Solid 14K gold is safer to wear everyday and skin friendly.
All of our jewelry at Black Pearl of Queens is hypoallergenic and nickel-safe. If you have sensitivities, ask us about specific alloy options. Our casting team will be happy to create your choice
Yes—engraving and custom metal/stone options available. Message us with the SKU number of the item and we’ll make it to your specs.
Byzantine Cross Pendant — Natural Champagne Diamond
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