The Rosa de la Cruz smile necklace is the house signature: a smiley face pendant in solid 18 carat gold, made in sizes from a discreet 9mm to a bold 35mm. It comes from the original Smile collection, the line the London house is best known for, and the easiest place to start is the 12mm Smile Pendant with white diamonds. Every size, ring and bangle in the collection is at Rosa de la Cruz at Coveti.
Key facts
- The Smile collection is the original signature of Rosa de la Cruz London, founded in 2010.
- Smile pendants come in 9mm, 12mm, 18mm, 25mm and 35mm.
- Metals are 18 carat yellow, rose and white gold, plus 18K Rhodium Gold, a dark rhodium finish over 18 carat gold.
- Stones include white, brown and black diamonds and pink sapphire.
- The motif also comes as rings, studs, mini hoops, charm bracelets and bangles.
How to choose your smile pendant size
Size changes the mood more than anything else. The 9mm and 12mm pendants are small enough to wear every day and layer with other charms. The 18mm reads clearly from across a room without feeling heavy. The 25mm and 35mm pendants are statement pieces, best worn alone on a sturdy chain, with more diamonds and more gold as the disc grows.
| Size | Version at Coveti | Stones | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9mm | Smile Pendant 9mm in 18K Yellow Gold | Plain 18 carat yellow gold | $2,400 | Daily wear, layering |
| 12mm | Smile Pendant 12mm in 18K Yellow Gold and Pink Sapphire | Pink sapphire | $2,240 | A first piece with colour |
| 18mm | Smile Pendant 18mm in 18K Rhodium Gold, Brown Diamond | Brown diamonds, 0.28 ct | $4,100 | A darker, graphic look |
| 25mm | Smile Pendant 25mm in 18K Yellow Gold, White Diamond | White diamonds, 0.52 ct | $8,230 | A single statement pendant |
| 35mm | Smile Pendant 35mm in 18K Yellow Gold, White Diamond | White diamonds, 0.65 ct | $11,080 | The largest Smile, worn alone |
Metals and stones in the Smile collection
Yellow gold is the classic choice and the one most of the collection is made in. Rose gold warms up brown diamonds, and white gold keeps white diamonds crisp. 18K Rhodium Gold is the house’s dark finish over 18 carat gold, and it turns brown and black diamonds into something closer to a graphic print.
Brown diamonds take their colour from structural irregularities in the crystal lattice, and they were once marketed as “chocolate” and “champagne” diamonds. If you want to know more about them, read our guide to brown diamond jewellery. All Rosa de la Cruz diamonds are sourced under the Kimberley Process.
The Smile edit: eight pieces to know
1. Smile Pendant 12mm in 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamond, $3,390
The 12mm pendant with white diamonds is the most versatile size. It is small enough to wear daily and bright enough to stand out in a layered stack.
2. Smile Pendant 12mm in 18K Rose Gold and Brown Diamond, $2,410
The same 12mm disc in rose gold with brown diamonds. Choose it if you prefer warm tones and a softer contrast.
3. Smile Charm Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold, White Diamond, $5,150
A complete smile necklace, with the motif already set on a yellow gold chain. It is the simplest answer if you want one piece that is ready to wear.
4. Smile on Chain in 18K Yellow Gold, $7,470
The Smile on a heavier 18 carat yellow gold chain, with 9.55 g of gold in total. It works as a stand-alone statement necklace.
5. Smile Ring in 18K Rhodium Gold and Black Diamond, $4,330
A Smile ring in 18K Rhodium Gold with black diamonds, the darkest version of the motif. Rings come in EU sizes 52 and 53, with a bespoke size made to order in 4-6 weeks.
6. Smile Studs in 18K Yellow Gold, 18K Yellow, Pair, $3,180
A pair of plain gold Smile studs. They match any pendant in the collection without looking like a set.
7. Smile Mini Hoops in 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamond, Pair, $5,580
Mini hoops with the Smile motif and white diamonds. They sit close to the lobe and suit a second piercing as well as the first.
8. Three Smile Charm Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold, $6,430
Three Smile charms on a yellow gold bracelet. If you want more, the Five Smile Charm Bracelet adds two more charms.
How to wear a smiley face necklace
A small smile pendant works best as part of a layered look. Hang a 9mm pendant and a 12mm pendant on a fine chain such as the Rolo Chain in yellow gold, then add a longer chain with a coin pendant. Our guide on how to layer necklaces covers lengths and spacing, and the charm necklace guide shows how to build a necklace one charm at a time.
The larger 25mm and 35mm pendants need space. Wear them alone, over a plain knit and with open-collar shirts and evening necklines alike. If you are new to the house, read who Rosa de la Cruz is for the story behind the collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is a smile necklace?
A smile necklace is a pendant shaped like a smiling face, worn on a chain. The Rosa de la Cruz Smile collection is the best known fine jewellery version, made in solid 18 carat gold with diamonds and sapphires.
Is the Rosa de la Cruz smiley face necklace real gold?
Yes. Every Smile piece is made in 18 carat gold, which is 75% pure gold, in yellow, rose and white, as well as 18K Rhodium Gold, a dark rhodium finish over 18 carat gold.
What sizes does the Smile pendant come in?
The Smile pendant comes in 9mm, 12mm, 18mm, 25mm and 35mm. The 9mm and 12mm sizes suit everyday layering, while the 25mm and 35mm sizes are statement pendants best worn alone.
Does the Smile pendant come with a chain?
The Smile Charm Necklace and the Smile on Chain are complete necklaces. For the pendants, check the product page for chain details, and add a gold chain such as the Rolo Chain if you need one.
Are there Smile earrings and rings too?
Yes. The collection includes Smile studs, Smile mini hoops with and without diamonds, and Smile rings in yellow, rose, white and rhodium gold. Rings come in EU sizes 52 and 53, with a bespoke size made to order in 4-6 weeks.
Pick your size, choose your metal and start your own Smile collection. Shop the complete line at Rosa de la Cruz at Coveti, and find the bangles and charm bracelets in our fine bracelets edit.
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