18K Yellow Gold Stardust Finish Designer Pave Disc Pendant
Pendant / Jewelry Component · Yellow Gold with high-luster warm saturation likely alloyed with copper and silver.
Purity: 18K (750 fineness) meaning 75% pure gold and 25% alloy metals.
Type
Pendant / Jewelry Component
Purity
18K (750 fineness) meaning 75% pure gold and 25% alloy metals.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold with high-luster warm saturation likely alloyed with copper and silver.
Weight
Estimated 2.5 - 5.0 grams depending on whether the disc is solid or a decorative plate.
Description
A sophisticated 18K gold disc pendant showcasing a brilliant stardust finish that captures light from every angle, mounted on a solid gold base.
Key Features
Unique light-diffusing texture, heavy-gauge construction, and deep gold saturation characteristic of 18K alloys.
Color & Finish
Rich yellow tone featuring a 'stardust' or micro-hammered frosted finish for high light refraction.
Hallmarks & Stamps
No visible stamps in the macro shot; usually located on the bail or reverse flat surface.
Dimensions Estimate
Estimated 15mm to 20mm in diameter; standard medium pendant sizing.
Gemstones & Inlays
None visible in focus, though the texture mimics a micro-pave diamond setting.
Clasp & Closure
N/A (Pendant component); would typically be suspended by a rabbit-ear or lobster claw bail.
Chain & Links
N/A; edge indicates a solid cast circular profile with a flat secondary plate.
Craftsmanship Details
Precision manufacturing with clean junctions between the textured face and the smooth inner rim.
Authentication Indicators
Color consistency is excellent; texture is sharp and uniform, suggesting high-grade casting rather than plating.
Origin & Maker
Likely Italian or American boutique manufacture; high quality industrial finishing.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2010s-present) featuring modern CNC or laser-textured finishing techniques.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2024; modern manufacturing indicated by the uniformity of the textured surface.
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern shift toward 'organic' textures in luxury jewelry, moving away from high-polish surfaces.
Condition Notes
Very Good; minor surface dust and micro-abrasions visible under 10x magnification, no structural warping.
Value Estimate
Melt value approximately $150-$280; retail replacement value between $450-$750 based on designer branding.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if stones are present; clean with a soft goat-hair brush to reach textured crevices.
Similar Items
14K Diamond-cut discs (lighter weight) or hammered coin pendants (more irregular texture).
Interesting Facts
The 'stardust' finish is achieved through diamond-tipped tools or sandblasting to create hundreds of micro-facets.