Hera Necklace

The jewelry

Material: Gold plated.
3 microns thick of 18 carat gold without nickel or cadmium on a brass base.
Appearance: Tree of life engraved on a smooth disc.
Color: Gold.
Necklace dimensions: 42 cm (38 cm + 4 cm extender).
Pendant dimensions: 18 mm in diameter.

Jewelry presentation

The jewelry is presented and sent in a MOONSTRA stamped box.

A card is placed inside, which presents:

• On its front, a scannable QR code leading to a sheet specifying the characteristics of the jewelry, its meaning, how to choose a size, as well as usage and maintenance tips.
• On its back, scannable QR codes leading to the MOONSTRA website and its associated Facebook and Instagram pages.

The Collection

Discover the Gaia-Hera Collection, moonstrez the photo!

The symbolism of the jewelry

The name of the jewelry is inspired by the Greek goddess "Hera", protective goddess of women, marriage, fertility, life, and family.

The tree of life has many meanings. It has been present throughout history in many cultures and beliefs in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and pre-Columbian America.
Among its meanings, we find the symbolism of knowledge and spiritual goodness among Buddhists, the transmission of divine wisdom among Hindus, the knowledge of good and evil as well as immortality in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, or even life, a passage between the world of the living, the dead, and the gods among the Celts.
Charged with positive energies, it is a protective symbol, a good luck charm. It symbolizes strength, energy, wisdom, eternity, a connection to the world and the visible and invisible elements of the universe.

Gold plating is a process rich in history. This gilding technique has been used around the world since antiquity. Once a sign of wealth and power, today it conveys elegance.

Choosing your size

Before ordering your necklace, check the size that suits you.

The choice of necklace size depends on your neck size, your body shape, your silhouette, and how you wish to wear it over clothing.
The chain should not be too tight to avoid injury, discomfort, and lack of elegance.

Measure the circumference of your neck using a flexible tape measure, or if you don't have one, use a string or a strip of paper and then measure its length with a ruler.

The chain sizes in the MOONSTRA store range from 37 to 60 cm. These sizes do not include the length of the pendants that make up the necklaces. Therefore, remember to add the pendant length to get an idea of the total length of the jewelry on you.

In general, but this depends on silhouettes and body types, chain sizes (without pendant) fall as follows:

• 40cm: the chain falls at the base of the neck.
• 45cm: the chain falls at the collarbone.
• 50cm: the chain falls below the collarbone.
• 55cm: the chain falls at the top of the chest.
• 60cm: the chain falls lower on the chest.

The following photo illustrates the chain sizes sold in the MOONSTRA store on a mannequin.

It is advisable to measure a well-fitting necklace that you wear regularly, consisting of its chain and a pendant similar to the one you are interested in from the MOONSTRA store, to help you choose the size of the new one you wish to order.

Usage and care tips

To preserve the jewelry from premature aging and maintain its shine, MOONSTRA advises you to avoid:

• exposing it to fresh, salt, or chlorinated water. Remove the jewelry before showering or swimming.
• exposing it to sand and salt. Remove the jewelry before going to the beach.
• exposing it directly to perfumes, deodorants, creams, and other cosmetic products. Wait for the products to be absorbed by the skin before putting on the jewelry.
• exposing it to oxidizing products. Remove the jewelry before doing household chores or DIY.
• exposing it to heavy perspiration. Remove the jewelry before any intense physical activity.
• keeping it on while sleeping and for manual activities.

To clean and shine the jewelry, MOONSTRA advises you to gently rub it with a soft-bristled brush moistened with water mixed with a mild shampoo or Marseille soap, then rinse it with clear water and finally dry it with a soft cloth.