This charming necklace from the 1970s features a black star sapphire cabochon prong-set in yellow gold-filled metal. The natural star sapphire shines brilliantly in sunlight. A perfect vintage bell pendant for September birthdays or any sapphire enthusiast!
Star sapphires have fascinated jewelry lovers for centuries, valued for their rare optical feature called asterism—the shimmering six- or twelve-rayed star that moves across the stone's surface when lit. Ancient cultures, including the Greeks and Romans, believed star sapphires held powerful protective qualities, serving as talismans against harm and envy. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, these gemstones became especially popular in cabochon rings and brooches, admired not just for their beauty but also for their mystical charm. Some of the world's most famous star sapphires, like the Star of India and the Black Star of Queensland, helped cement their reputation as some of the most magical and desirable gemstones in jewelry history.
The necklace is in excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear. The sapphire is natural, not lab-created, and is free from chips or cracks. The back is stamped 12 KT. GF.
The necklace is 20" long, and the pendant measures 7/8" tall and 1/2" wide and weighs 1.75 grams. The box is for display purposes only.
