Genuine Muonionalusta Meteorite Earrings in Sterling Silver | Widmanstatten Pattern | Space Gift

Our meteorite collection includes several earring options to suit any style.  All made with genuine Muonionalusta meteorite, featuring the unique "Widmanstätten" pattern, and is estimated to be at least 4 billion years old. Making them the perfect gift for space lovers and astrology enthusiasts. Gifts that tell a story from outer space! 

What makes our Meteorite jewellery special:

• The "Widmanstätten" Pattern: This can only be formed in outer space and is the result of the slow cooling of the crystalline structure in the iron-nickel core. This also means that every pendant has unique latticed cross-sections
• The story behind its discovery: Discovered by boys playing football in Sweden in 1906, the meteorite landed on Earth around 1 million years ago. The meteorite itself is estimated to be at least 4 billion years old.
• A perfect gift for: Weddings - as they tick the "something old" box as well as 11th wedding (Iron) Anniversaries. 
• Authenticity Guaranteed: Each pendant includes a physical Certificate of Authenticity detailing the find-site in Northern Sweden.
• For more information about our the history behind the Muonionalusta Meteorite please read our blog.

Iron is susceptible to oxidisation – how do you prevent this? When we first sourced the Muonionalusta meteorite for this collection our biggest challenge was its natural tendency to oxidise (rust) due to its high iron content. To prevent this there is a specialised 3-micron white gold coating, creating a protective barrier that preserves the 'Space Grey' lustre.

The full Meteorite jewellery and cufflink collection can be found here.

Earring style and size:
Short (10mm drop) 10mm length x 6mm wide
Long (10mm drop) 20mm length x 6mm wide
Stud 10mm length x 6mm wide
All suitable for pierced ears.

The rare Swedish Muonionalusta meteorite creates beautiful and unique jewellery.

It is believed that it fell to earth between 120,000 and 800,000 years ago and was discovered in Sweden by two young children playing football, when they suddenly struck an extremely heavy and rusty-looking object.

The meteorite itself is estimated to be at least 2 billion years old – so you really would be wearing something from outer space.

All our meteorite products have a 3-micron coating of white gold to prevent any chance of oxidisation, and are set in 925 Sterling Silver.

• An eco jewellery box
• Sterling silver polishing cloth
• Care information
• Plastic-free packaging
• Certificate of authenticity/information card
• Free 18" sterling silver chain with every pendant purchased (Harmony balls come with a 30" chain)

In order to protect your Hepburn & Hughes jewellery and ensure that it always looks as good as new, we advise you to follow these steps.

• Use the cleaning cloth provided to clean and polish your silver. This lint-free cloth is chemically treated to improve the silver's lustre and shine and can be used for light, regular cleanings to remove tarnishing. 
• Avoid contact with perfume, skin creams, hairspray and chlorine.

• Gift wrapping for all jewellery items £4.99.
• Includes: Hepburn & Hughes gift bag
• Greeting card
• Handwritten message of your choice

Select 'Gift wrap this item' and complete your message.

Please note that the cost of gift wrapping is non-refundable.

UK orders

All orders are dispatched within 1-2 business days.

Royal Mail Tracked48: £2.99 for orders under £70, free for orders over £70.

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International Orders

All orders are sent fully tracked within 1-2 business days.

Delivery schedules are based on Royal Mail guidance and are not guaranteed.

Please note: We do not collect local taxes and import duty on overseas orders – customs charges may be charged to the recipient.

*For more information please visit our shipping policy.

Returns

Returns are accepted for 30 days from purchase date. Please visit our refund page for more information.