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Platter of Stars Necklace

Sale price$295.00

Materials:18K Gold Vermeil | Sapphire | Moissanite
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The Platter of Stars pendant, inspired by the majestic Andromeda Galaxy,  mirrors the celestial spiral in an elegant swirl of gold, capturing the essence of a galaxy on a grand stage. At the heart of this piece sits a bright moissanite, just like the busy center of the galaxy, surrounded by sapphires that twinkle like distant stars set in soft gold spirals. The whole design rests on a piece of mother of pearl, giving it the look of a galaxy sitting on a plate.
Platter of Stars Necklace
Platter of Stars Necklace Sale price$295.00

Light Through Time

Visions of The Platter of Stars

Every star has a story, and so does every galaxy. The Platter of Stars transports its wearer to the far reaches of our universe, where the Andromeda Galaxy spins its tales of time, space, and beauty. This piece resonates with the idea of unity and enormity - illustrating that while we may be tiny specks in the grand scheme of the universe, we're part of a grander design. Wearing the pendant is akin to holding a piece of the universe close to one's heart, a reminder of the beauty that lies beyond our world. The spirals, reminiscent of our own life's journey, twirl and twist, but always circle back, converging at the radiant core.

Blueprint of the Cosmos

The Platter of Stars frame symbolizes the iconic Great Square of Pegasus, a celestial signpost that has guided astronomers to our galactic neighbor. This square, significant in the sky's tapestry, outlines the pendant, connecting us to the ancients who first charted the stars.

At its core, a 4mm moissanite glimmers, representing Andromeda's vibrant center, a beacon in the vastness of space. Circling this scintillating heart, seven sapphires set upon golden spirals mimic the galaxy's sweeping arms, a testament to the swirling journey of the stars.

The design rests upon a bed of mother of pearl, whose opalescent sheen evokes the galaxy's ethereal disk. This base isn't just a backdrop; it's a platter presenting the universe's splendor in a tangible, wearable form.

About 18K Gold Vermeil

VERMEIL (NOUN)"VER·MAY"

Vermeil is the regulated term used to describe gilded silver. It refers to jewelry with a pure sterling silver base covered with a thick layer of solid gold. With a gold plating 5x thicker than average gold plated pieces, gold vermeil is perfect for everyday wear when worn with care.  

At Tafein, our pieces are cast with a thick 2.5 micron layer of 18K Gold on 925 Sterling Silver, making it an affordable but durable alternative to solid gold. Featuring a base crafted with a precious metal, the designs are hypoallergenic and nickel-free.