More than twenty years ago, Karima Raynal designed her very first Calisson pendant — a soft, almond-shaped silhouette inspired by the iconic calisson of Aix-en-Provence, a delicacy infused with almond and orange blossom, famously adored by Paul Cézanne, the city's most emblematic son. That jewel, both timeless and deeply personal, would go on to become a signature piece of the Maison Raynal.
Today, this emblematic design is reimagined in a miniature version, pared down, refined, and crafted to transcend both time and gender. The Mini Calisson Noir embodies this new spirit — a gender-neutral jewel with clean lines and quiet strength.
Crafted in blackened 18k gold, the pendant retains the Calisson’s iconic silhouette, now paired with a pavé of brilliant-cut white diamonds. The interplay between the depth of the darkened metal and the brightness of the diamonds creates a subtle tension — a refined contrast that evokes the balance between light and shadow, strength and sensitivity, tradition and contemporary edge.
Along the edge of the pendant, the finely openworked RAYNAL signature stands as a subtle yet distinctive hallmark, reflecting the Maison’s unwavering commitment to detail, craftsmanship, and identity.
Beyond its form and brilliance, this jewel also pays tribute to the art de vivre of Aix-en-Provence — a way of life marked by luminous simplicity, discreet refinement, and a profound connection to beauty, taste, and cultural legacy.
Worn close to the skin, the Mini Calisson Noir becomes a modern-day talisman: a personal object imbued with memory, craftsmanship, and meaning — designed to be embraced by anyone, regardless of identity, gender, or style.
A quietly powerful creation, infused with the sunlit soul of the South — and the creative vision of Karima Raynal.
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