Discover the celestial charm of this 18K gold-plated necklace, featuring a radiant circular pendant. Prong-set rainbow moonstones surround a luminous labradorite, enhancing its mystical allure.
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Material: 18K Gold Plated Brass
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Gemstones: Rainbow Moonstone and Labradorite
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Chain Length: 16 inches + 3 inches extension
- Pendant: Measures 0.75 inches across
Handcrafted: Artistically created by hand where beauty and imperfections go together wonderfully. Please accept and appreciate minor imperfections and variations which are true characteristics of this craft.
design: A slender box-chain necklace suspends an open circular pendant, its ring formed by twelve prong-set rainbow moonstone cabochons with a single labradorite cabochon set at the top where the chain meets the circle.
size: Chain: 16 inches with a 3-inch extension. Pendant: approximately 0.75 inches across.
material: 18K gold-plated brass, set with rainbow moonstone and labradorite cabochons.
features: Open circle pendant design, prong-set cabochon gemstones, mixed moonstone and labradorite stones, adjustable chain length, 18K gold plating
care: Keep away from water, perfume, and lotion, and store flat in a soft pouch away from other jewelry to protect the plating and stones.
disclaimer: This piece is handmade and set with natural gemstones, so slight variations in stone color, pattern, and shimmer, as well as minor differences from piece to piece, are normal and expected.
The Story
The circle is one of the oldest and most widely used forms in jewelry design, prized for having no beginning or end. Here it's built entirely from stone rather than metal, with cabochons set edge to edge so the gemstones themselves trace the ring and catch light from every angle as it moves.
Rainbow moonstone is cut and set as a cabochon rather than faceted, a choice that preserves its adularescence, the soft, sliding glow that moves across the stone's surface as it catches the light. That same cabochon cut is used across a wide range of moonstone jewelry because faceting would cut into and dull that optical effect.
Pairing moonstone with a single labradorite accent is a common styling choice in gemstone jewelry, since both stones share a milky, schiller-like play of light but read as distinct in color and intensity, giving the circle a quiet focal point where the chain attaches.
A piece like this starts with rainbow moonstone and labradorite rough cut and polished into rounded cabochons, then graded by hand for size and clarity so the stones read as a matched set around the circle. A jeweler forms the gold-plated brass frame and individual prong settings, seats each cabochon in turn, and presses the prongs closed one at a time to hold the stone secure without covering its face. The finished piece is plated, polished, and checked by hand before the chain is attached.
Craft & Materials
- Ideal For: Someone drawn to moonstone and labradorite who wants a delicate, everyday pendant with a bit of shimmer
- Wear It With: Wear alone as a everyday layering piece, or pair with a second fine chain for a stacked look
- Purpose: Everyday wear, layering, gifting
- Gemstone: Rainbow Moonstone, Labradorite
- Metal: 18K Gold Plated Brass
Rainbow moonstone is known for its adularescence, a soft blue-white sheen that appears to float just beneath the surface of the stone as it catches the light, a property tied to thin, layered structures within the mineral itself. Labradorite shows a related but more saturated effect called labradorescence, flashing blue, green, or gold depending on the angle it's viewed from. Both stones have long been favored in jewelry for exactly this quality of light in motion, and both are cut as cabochons, never faceted, so that effect stays intact.
Questions & Answers
Is the gold plating durable, and will it wear off?
The pendant and chain are finished with 18K gold plating over brass. Like any plated jewelry, the finish will last longest if you avoid water, perfume, and lotion, and store the piece away from friction with other jewelry.
How long is the chain, and is it adjustable?
The chain measures 16 inches with a 3-inch extension, so it can be worn at slightly different lengths depending on the clasp position you choose.
Will the moonstone and labradorite look exactly like the photo?
Each cabochon is cut from natural stone, so the exact pattern, flash, and intensity of shimmer will vary slightly from piece to piece. This variation is a normal feature of the gemstones, not a flaw.
Is this necklace hypoallergenic?
The necklace is made from gold-plated brass. If you have sensitive skin or a known metal allergy, be aware that brass contains a small amount of nickel beneath the plating and may cause irritation with prolonged wear.
How should I clean and store it?
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing, and store it flat in a pouch or lined box away from other jewelry to prevent scratching the plating or stones.
