Astraea Rubellite Cascada

€1.750,00

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Stud Earrings Stud Earrings + Detachable Drops

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Verwachte levertijd: 4-8 weken

Astraea was never meant to be a flower. Elizabeth was working on a Zeeuwse knoop, the traditional filigree form from Zeeland, when the piece began to take a different shape in her hands. She followed it, and a flower emerged. Only later did she discover Astrantia, known in Dutch as Zeeuws knoopje. That unexpected connection became the inspiration for the name Astraea.

Each Astraea is built from two layers of filigree. Elizabeth works the upper layer in alto relieve, a three-dimensional technique that raises the fine wirework and gives the flower its sculptural form. Creating the two flowers alone requires considerable time and precision. The long drops add another level of handwork, with eight tiny filigree butterflies in total, each individually made by Elizabeth. Only then are the different elements brought together with the gemstone strands. It makes this one of the most labour-intensive designs in the collection.

At the centre of each flower, Elizabeth has hand-set a 4.5 mm faceted rubellite from Madagascar, sourced through Mara Gems. The stones come from small-scale mining and can be traced back to their mine of origin. Rubellite is the rich pink-to-red variety of tourmaline. Long strands of faceted rubellite, chrysoprase and citrine fall from the flowers, with the filigree butterflies moving freely among the stones as the earrings are worn.

The gemstone drops are detachable, giving the earrings two very different expressions. Worn at full length, colour, filigree and movement come together in a striking pair of earrings. Remove the drops and the sculptural Astraea flowers remain as refined studs. The Astraea Rubellite Stud Earrings are also available separately.

Product specifications

Material	925 sterling silver
Finish	18K or 24K vermeil, 3 micron
Gemstone	Faceted Rubellitet, 4,5 mm
Gemstone beads	Faceted rubellite, chrysoprase en citrine
Design	Detachable Cascade
How to wear	With the Cascade or as studs
Fastening	Butterfly back
Stud dimension	Approx. 28 x 28 mm
Total length with Cascade	Approx. 95 mm
Weight per pair	Studs approx. 9,6 g · with Cascade approx. 23,3 g
Craftsmanship	Filigree, entirely handcrafted

Made to Order

A Diosa del Alma jewel can be made to reflect your personal wishes. You may have a particular gemstone in mind, be drawn to a different combination of colours or wish to make a subtle change to the design. Elizabeth will be happy to explore the possibilities with you and create a jewel that feels entirely your own.

For a special occasion, Elizabeth can also help you choose a jewel to complement what you are wearing, or design one specifically for your outfit.

As each personal commission is considered individually, you will receive a quotation before any work begins. The price will reflect your choices and the current cost of the precious metals and gemstones selected.

contact Elizabeth to discuss your ideas.

Symbolism

The meaning of Astraea grew naturally from the way the design itself came into being. Astrantia, the Zeeuws knoopje that inspired its name, is associated with strength and courage, while the tiny filigree butterflies have long represented transformation.

At the heart of the flower, rubellite is traditionally associated with love and vitality. It returns in the cascading strands alongside chrysoprase, linked to hope and renewal, and citrine, associated with warmth and joy.

Perhaps the most personal meaning, however, was already there before Elizabeth knew it: something does not have to turn out as you first imagined for something beautiful to emerge.

Hallmarking

Precious-metal jewellery in the Netherlands is subject to statutory hallmarking requirements above certain weight thresholds. Diosa del Alma jewels that fall below these thresholds do not require an official hallmark.

When a jewel is required to be hallmarked under Dutch law, it is independently tested and marked with an official Dutch fineness mark.

The precious metal and its fineness are always stated in the Product Details.

Delivery

Many Diosa del Alma jewels are made by Elizabeth after an order is placed. These pieces usually have a production time of 4 to 8 weeks.

If a jewel is in stock, it will be dispatched within 2 to 5 working days. If you need your jewel by a particular date, please get in touch before ordering to discuss what may be possible.

Orders to the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany are shipped free of charge, fully insured and registered. Shipping costs for other European destinations are calculated at checkout.

Further information can be found in our shipping policy.

Returns & Cancellations

We hope, of course, that you will enjoy wearing your Diosa del Alma jewel for many years to come. Should you change your mind, a jewel ordered as offered on the website may be returned within 14 days of receipt. It must be unworn and returned in its original condition.

Elizabeth also offers the possibility of making a jewel more personal, whether through a different gemstone, a particular combination of colours or an alteration to the original design. Once a jewel differs from the version offered on the website, it is made especially for you and therefore cannot be returned.

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Further information about returns, cancellations and personalised orders can be found in our refund policy.

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Traditional Filigree

Thousands of years of history
Precious Metals & Gemstones

Chosen with care
Personalisation

Tailored to your wishes
Elizabeth’s Atelier

Made entirely by hand

From First Idea to Final Detail

At Diosa del Alma, the person who imagines the jewel is also the person who makes it. Elizabeth designs and creates each piece herself, from the first idea to the moment it leaves her atelier.

This gives her the freedom to let a design evolve as she works. Proportions may shift or an unexpected detail may take the jewel in a new direction. Elizabeth enjoys leaving room for those moments rather than deciding everything in advance.

That same way of working makes personalisation a natural part of the atelier. Elizabeth can respond to individual wishes herself and shape a jewel with the person who will wear it in mind.

Discover the Atelier

Elizabeth

Becoming a goldsmith was never part of the life she had imagined for herself. Until then, her career had been in the world of fashion and luxury. She had also built her own business, before serious illness unexpectedly changed the course of her life.

Several years later, during her recovery, she began learning to make jewellery. It was initially intended to support her rehabilitation, but she quickly became absorbed by the craft itself. She went on to train further as a goldsmith, discovering a direction she could never have imagined before her illness.

Read Her Story

Astraea Rubellite Cascada