8 ct, 9 ct, 10 ct, 14 ct or 18 ct gold: which should you choose for a pendant?
There is no such thing as the "best gold". It depends on the carat weight your market expects: 9 ct as the standard for the French market, 10 ct is in high demand in some overseas markets, 14 ct as a mid-range option, and 18 ct for a premium choice. Then again, Ag 925 if you're looking for silver.
Saint Christopher pendant: why travelers choose him more than any other saint
Between ports, roads, and departures, Saint Christopher has been the name travelers quietly trust for centuries. Wearing his pendant is a simple gesture: a pocket-sized presence that accompanies you, protects you, and reminds you to come back.
Cross pendants: classic, Celtic, and modern—what’s the difference?
Three crosses, three languages. The classic cross keeps things essential, the Celtic cross weaves history and symbolism, and the modern cross reinterprets the sign with clean lines and contemporary finishes. The style changes, but the meaning stays steady.
Gold pendants: the difference between openwork, smooth, and diamond-cut finishes
A gold pendant doesn’t change only with its shape. The finish matters too. Openwork, smooth, or diamond-cut: three different ways to let light, weight, and personality do the talking.
Zodiac pendants in gold and 925 silver: design and techniques
Wear your story. Our zodiac pendants in gold and 925 silver pair timeless symbolism with clean, modern design — made with microcasting and laser engraving for crisp detail and lasting shine.
Letter pendants: how your initials are crafted in gold and silver
From microcasting to laser engraving, here’s how we make our letter pendants: initials in gold and 925 silver, offered in multiple finishes, karats, and styles, ready to be personalized.
World Religion Day
A day to remember that faith brings us closer, not apart.
Jubilee 2025 ends: dates, rite, meaning
Jubilee 2025 concluded on January 6, 2026, Epiphany, with the rite presided over by the Pope at St. Peter’s. Not a farewell, but a new beginning: the grace of the Holy Year enters everyday life.
Closing the Holy Doors: the farewell of the 2025 Jubilee
The closing of the Holy Doors marks the passage from an extraordinary time of grace back to everyday life. In Rome, three Holy Doors will close on 28 December 2025; St. Peter’s will close on Epiphany, 6 January 2026.
Our guide to jewelry care and cleaning
Regular cleaning, mindful storage, and a few daily habits—keeping your jewelry shining is simple when you know your materials and treat them with the right care.
Beings of light: the role of angels in the Jubilee
In the Jubilee of Hope, angels walk beside the faithful with silent strength. Luminous figures that have always spoken of heaven's nearness to earth.
Small acts of style: the value of fine jewellery
Fine jewellery accessories are details that matter—elegant, functional, symbolic objects. At Cavinato Dino, they take shape in gold and silver, combining design, precision, and craftsmanship.
