This handcrafted pendant is part of the Moonfire collection; a small gathering of jewels that celebrate the beauty, magic and power of our Sun and Moon. It features four incredible stones, two Moonstones that glow from within with rainbow flashes, and two Sunstones filled with glittering confetti sparkles.
Like all my work, this pendant is a complete one of a kind, made using recycled silver, cruelty-free materials, ethically sourced crystals and environmentally friendly methods.
Total Pendant Face Length: 72.5mm approx.
Total Pendant Face Width: 18mm approx.
Cord details: 72cm adjustable organic cord that can be worn at a longer length, as a choker or any length in between.
♥ Pendant Features:
⦁ Two Sunstones, ethically sourced from Sunnmøre in Norway.
⦁ Two Moonstones, ethically sourced from Betroka region of Madagascar.
⦁ 925 sterling silver bail.
⦁ Thick 925 sterling silver backing.
⦁ 999 fine silver bezels around each stone.
⦁ 925 sterling silver ball and sunburst accents.
⦁ 925 sterling silver detailed crescent moon accents.
⦁ 925 sterling silver beaded trims.
⦁ Celestial, stars, sun and crescent moon accents crafted from jewellers-grade brass with a tone similar to 14k yellow gold.
⦁ Star shaped cut-outs behind each stone at the back of the pendant, so the gems can shine through the piece and also have contact with the skin.
⦁ Setting oxidised darker in parts for contrast.
⦁ Polished to a high shine.
⦁ Silver is nickel free.
♥ Handcrafted:
⦁ Created by hand in Melbourne, Australia.
⦁ Crafted entirely from scratch, without machinery or ring moulds.
⦁ Created using traditional metalsmithing techniques (hammers, fire, anvil etc).
♥ Uniqueness:
⦁ A complete one of a kind piece.
⦁ All precious metals used have been recycled.
⦁ Each stone is handpicked and ethically sourced.
⦁ No chemicals are used in the creating process.
⦁ Each piece is created with respect and love for the Earth.
💎 MOONSTONE LORE:
Rich in historical significance, Moonstone has been admired for over 2000 years. The Ancient Romans believed it was formed from solidified rays of moonlight, while Hindu legend says it was created from moonbeams themselves. The Ancient Greeks used Moonstone in jewelry and religious ceremonies, and it has held sacred meaning in India for centuries, traditionally given as a wedding gift and cherished as a stone for lovers. In the Orient, Moonstone has been used even longer, often revered for its spiritual significance. During the Art Nouveau period, it became a favorite among European jewelers, celebrated for both its beauty and the belief that it could reconcile estranged lovers or cure sleeplessness.
One of the most captivating features of Moonstone is its adularescence, a soft, billowy sheen of color that floats across the surface like moonlight glimmering on water. This optical effect is caused by light scattering between the layers of feldspar within the stone.
Legendary as "The Traveller's Stone," Moonstone has long been carried for protection at night and during journeys over water. It’s known to help foster new love, strengthen creativity, boost confidence, and encourage self-expression. Many believe it brings good fortune and abundance to those who wear it. Full of gentle, feminine energy, Moonstone is also associated with fertility, childbirth, nurturing, and emotional healing.
💎 SUNSTONE LORE:
Sunstone is a radiant member of the Feldspar family, named for its warm, glowing tones of gold, orange, red, and brown that shimmer like sunlight. Tiny inclusions of Goethite or Hematite within the stone refract light across its layers, creating a luminous, iridescent glow that shifts as it's viewed from different angles.
In ancient Greece, Sunstone was associated with the sun god and believed to bring life, abundance, and vitality to all who possessed it. It was often used to adorn goblets and plates, thought to protect against poison and enhance strength. Among Canadian Indigenous peoples, Sunstone held a sacred role in medicine wheel ceremonies, symbolizing the golden-white healing light of the sun and serving as a beacon for spirit guides. During these rituals, it was said to emit a soft golden glow.
Today, Sunstone is cherished as a gem of joy, confidence, and personal power. It encourages openness, mental clarity, and the nurturing of self, so that we may shine more brightly for others. A stone of warmth and benevolence, it reminds us to move through life with light in our hearts and a generous spirit.
