Ruby or Pink Sapphire Surprise from the Lapis Lazuli Easter Egg

Peter Carl Fabergé

Cleveland Museum of Art

A large, oval-shaped, deep pink to red gemstone hangs from a metal chain. The gemstone is translucent and has a smooth surface with tiny inclusions visible. The metal chain has a small loop at the top that connects to a larger loop. The background is dark at the top, gradating to light gray at the bottom.