Star Necklace in 14K Gold

A solid 14K gold star pendant on an adjustable cable chain. Worn close, the star reads as a small daily marker of guidance, the original symbol of orientation before maps existed.

The piece

• Metal: 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).
• Pendant: a five-point star, hand-finished with a polished face.
• Chain: included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.
• Hand-finished in the USA, made to order.

The symbol

The star is the oldest celestial symbol still in continuous use. Polynesian navigators crossed the open Pacific by reading the wake-rise of named stars on the horizon. Polaris held its near-fixed position at the celestial pole through the medieval and early modern eras, guiding caravans, ships, and runaways. The five-point star appears across traditions, from Pythagorean geometry to Sufi and Christian iconography, generally read as guidance, hope, and aspiration. Worn at the throat, it sits at the spot a person looks toward when looking up.

About the goldwork

14K gold is an alloy of 58.5 percent pure gold with copper, silver, and trace metals that give it strength and color. Yellow gold carries the warmest hue, white gold is rhodium-finished for cool brightness, and rose gold takes a higher copper content for its pink. Solid 14K, as in this pendant, is the same gold throughout, not plated or filled, so the color does not wear off or fade. The piece is curated by a certified gemologist.

Care and wear

14K gold is durable for daily wear. Remove before chlorinated pools or harsh chemicals to preserve the rhodium finish on white gold. Clean with mild soap and warm water, dried with a soft cloth.

Common questions

Is this solid gold or plated? Solid 14K gold throughout, not plated or filled.

What chain length is included? A 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.