You will catch it in the mirror on your way out and stand there a second longer than you meant to.
Every crystal is made by hand, so the stones inside this one are set in a pattern that exists exactly once. They are real stones, and they pick up light from across a room.
- No green skin
- Real stones
- Scratched it? I will restore it
- Handmade to order, ships within 5 business days
- Free standard shipping on orders over $135
- Wrong size? Exchanges are free (US orders)
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- Metal: 14k gold filled or Sterling Silver (no platings).
- Crystal: Real Pyrite, Black Tourmaline, Obsidian and Swarovski crystals, hand arranged and sealed under glass-like resin (museum quality, no yellowing). No two are exactly alike.
- Style: Statement Oval Galaxy Necklace: oval 14x10mm pendant, a little smaller than a dime.
- Wear it two ways: pendant on its own, or pendant on a 14k gold filled paperclip chain.
- Chain length: 18 inches+1 extender, leave a note for another length
- Made to your order, ships in 1 to 3 days.
- Scratched crystal? I will restore it, anytime.
14k Gold Filled
Gold filled is not plating. A thick layer of solid 14k gold is bonded to a jeweler's brass core under heat and pressure, so the piece carries about 100 times more gold than a thin flash plate. That is why it holds its color through daily wear instead of rubbing thin at the edges.
925 Sterling Silver
Solid sterling, bright and cool against the skin. I also offer an oxidized finish, a soft blackened patina that deepens the look of a stack and sits beautifully next to your gold pieces.
Signature Crystals
This is the part I also make by hand. Semi-precious gemstones, real dried botanicals, and Swarovski crystals, arranged one at a time and sealed under UV stable resin that stays glass-clear rather than yellowing. Because the elements are natural, no two are ever exactly alike.
Made in My Florida Studio
I make every piece to order in my studio here in Florida. Small differences in flower placement, stone color, or the depth of a crystal are part of the design, not a flaw.
Made for Sensitive Ears and Skin
My fashion studs use surgical steel posts and backs, chosen for ears that react to almost everything else.
Artisan Frames (Pendants and Earrings)
The statement frames are lead free and nickel free brass, finished with a heavy gold plate for a rich, high-shine luster.
Handmade to order: Your piece is made for you after you order and ships within 5 business days.
Custom sizes: For a size you don't see listed, please allow up to 14 days.
Need it by a certain date? Leave a note in your bag or email kate@katekoel.com. I can often rush an order or suggest a piece that's ready to ship right away.
We want you to love your jewelry. Because every piece is handmade to order, we kindly ask that you choose with care.
Risk-Free Exchanges: Wrong size? No problem. Exchanges are free for US orders, and we cover shipping both ways.
Easy Returns: 14 days to decide. We provide the label; you stay on the couch. A $10 label fee applies to refunds.
Not sure about your size? Read our guide on how to measure your ring size at home before ordering.
You can also order a professional ring sizer before choosing your rings.
Look closer
Everything inside your crystal, set by hand.
- Pyrite
- Black tourmaline
- Obsidian
- Swarovski crystal
- Glass-like resin, no yellowing
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SENSITIVE SKIN FRIENDLY -
REAL GEMSTONES & Swarovski Crystals -
14k GOLD FILLED or Sterling Silver -
Hand Made To Order
Gold filled, vermeil, plated: what's the difference?
It all comes down to how much real gold you're wearing.
Gold plated
A thin film of gold over brass or copper. It can wear through with everyday wear.
Gold vermeil
Gold over sterling silver, at least 2.5 microns thick. Better than plating, still a coating.
14k gold filledWhat you get
A thick layer of solid 14k gold bonded to a brass core. About 100 times more gold than plating, so it holds its color through daily wear.
Gold layers enlarged so you can see the difference.
Questions
Are these real stones?
Yes. Each crystal holds real pyrite, black tourmaline, and obsidian with Swarovski crystals, arranged by hand and sealed under glass-like resin. That is why no two are exactly alike.
Will the resin turn yellow?
No. I use a high quality, UV stable resin, so it stays clear over time. It can scratch if it rubs against a rough surface. If that happens, email me and I will resurface it for you.
Can I shower with it on?
The chain can get wet, but most crystals are set in a plated brass frame. To keep your piece looking its best, take it off before showering or heavy-duty activities.
