Philipp Munsteiner: ‘Dragon Egg’ Aquamarine Necklace

Philipp Munsteiner remarkable 20.20 carat aquamarine ‘Dragon Egg’ gem cut is set here in platinum with a 0.20 carat diamond accent. The pendant measures 5/8″ x 1-1/8″ x 3/8″, with 18″ platinum cord necklace.

The “Dragon Egg” cut is inspired by the fantasy story “Eragon” by Christopher Paolini. In the story, the dragon egg chooses its rider itself and only hatches when it has found the right rider. Fascinated and inspired by this, Philipp came up with the idea of cutting “dragon eggs”. When moved, the cutting reveals the inside or the growing dragon. Teeth, claws and scales are revealed in all their primeval beauty in the light. Who will be their dragon rider?