Astronomy Jewellery Is Here To Stay

When it comes to jewellery, a lot of designers are inspired by the earth and its elements, but others take their inspiration further up. Celestial designs – ranging from star and moon motifs to zodiac sign charms – feel powerfully connective in these turbulent times, as people turn to symbols that represent something bigger than themselves for comfort.

The stars and planets have long captured the imagination of jewellers, who enjoy transcribing into metal and gemstones this mysterious, star strewn sky. Astronomy jewellery isn’t new, but it seems to be enjoying a bit of a revival right now. It might be due to a general fascination with the galaxy, the resurgence of horoscope reading or an increasing sense of spiritual connection that’s led people to look to the stars for guidance. Whatever the reason, it’s safe to say that astronomy jewelry is here to stay.

A fragment of meteorite fuses with the beauty of blue Murano glass to create this charming necklace. The meteorite has been etched to reveal the Widmanstatten pattern, a geometric arrangement of iron crystals that forms on meteorites as they cool in space. The result is an almost-miraculous planetary formation that’s sure to add gravitas and intrigue to any outfit.

This ring was designed to be a miniature version of an armillary sphere, an historical astronomical tool that used rings to represent the lines of longitude and latitude. It’s perfect for those who want to carry a piece of the universe with them at all times, and it also makes a fantastic fidget toy. It can be worn in the palm of your hand or on your ring finger, and it’s available in multiple sizes.

It’s impossible to talk about space jewellery without mentioning the Zodiac signs, and this sterling silver bracelet is one of our favourites. The bead is coloured to represent the constellations of each sign and it’s strung on a strong chord that can be adjusted to fit your wrist perfectly. This charm is the perfect gift for a friend who loves science, or even yourself!

The ceramic space shuttle pendant on this bangle captures the beauty of the rocket ship that first took to the skies. It’s paired with a beaded bracelet that features beads representing the major planets (no Pluto here) and the star strewn sky, including striped Tiger’s Eye to represent Jupiter’s bands and yellow agate for Saturn. The whole thing hangs on a sturdy cord that won’t rub against your skin, and it comes in a stunning blue presentation box that makes it the perfect gift for any space lover.

This necklace pays homage to the JWST, the newest gold standard of telescopes that will be the next step in the exploration of our solar system. The glass bead reflects the twinkling stars of our galaxy, and it’s strung on a robust chord that can be adjusted to suit your wrist. This bracelet is a great gift for a friend or for yourself, and it’s available in multiple sizes.