Like many of its pieces, Alighieri’s signature Il Leone necklace is inspired by Dante’s iconic Italian poem Divine Comedy - it references the verse in which Dante is confronted by a terrifying lion and is intended to be worn as a symbol of courage. Its gold-plated medallion is detailed with an intricate lion design and hung on an elegant 16-inch gold vermeil chain, creating a chic talisman that’s designed to be your everyday heirloom piece.