The production of the Faberge firm is distinguished by the high proficiency of its jewelers and meticulous attention to details, many of which imitate nature. The documents record that a similar acorn-shaped pendant was found among the private belongings of Tsarevich Alexey, the Russian Crown Prince. The acorn was an ancient Slavic emblem of power and courage, good health and long life, all of these were wished to young Alexey both by his parents and all Russian people. 14K gold and zircons. Height 3/4 in. (2 cm), diam. 1/2 in. (1.2 cm). |