Moon Phase Necklaces We Really Like!

The jewelry maker demonstrates a stunning use of negative space to create a necklace that stands out for the clean, uncomplicated presentation of the moon phases.

This particular piece is exceptionally unique as it is one of the few on our list to include the moon’s waxing and waning crescent with the rest of the phases.

The crescent moon, the universally favored phase of the artistic community, occurs when more than three-quarters of the moon is darkened by the moon’s own shadow as it hangs in the night sky. We call the moon increscent as the shadow decreases nightly, allowing more of the moon to shine and shifting to the full moon.

It is referred to as decrescent as the shadow begins to obscure more of the moon, moving toward the new moon phase. The slender hooks of the crescent lunar phase start and end the horizontal punched bar like ethereal parentheses with the full moon presented in the center.

The minimalist bar is suspended from a sixteen and a half-inch chain with an available one-inch extender, making this necklace ideal for wearing over high necked sweaters or hitting that sweet spot right at the collarbone when paired with a simple scoop neck blouse.

The moon phases bar necklace is handmade, very reasonably priced, and shipped on a custom card with an endearingly romantic quote, and the artist’s own maker’s mark.

The necklace is significantly longer than others on our list, arriving on a gold plated thirty-two-inch chain. The chunky 32mm x 25mm pendant combines both clever design and brilliant use of texture for a stunning piece that should hang low.

A smooth, glisteningly golden crescent is beautifully accented by chunky, angular black crystal pieces for a glittering effect, reminiscent of the starry night sky surrounding the moon. While the chain cannot be shortened without a visit to your local jeweler, the jeweled moon could easily be worn as the focal point.

The pairing of the finish with the sparkling black crystals is jaw-dropping, especially if worn over a light-colored, solid top, providing a stark field of contrast for the piece to really shine. A note on caring for this piece; extra care may need to be taken with the crystal pieces.

Since they are intentionally left chunky, the edges can be snagged on particularly fluffy sweaters or overcoats, potentially damaging either your clothing or a piece of crystal.

Additionally, be cautious when storing this in a velvet or felt-lined jewelry box as the crystals may want to pick up pieces of fuzz from the lining. This necklace is best stored hanging at its full length to keep the chain from developing kinks.

The image of the moon that correlates to your selected date will be applied to a slide pendant.

The slide pendant styling adds an additional layer of elegance to the overall design as the chain seems to disappear into the pendant rather than the pendant hanging from a finial or loop. The piece will still float gently and move with you instead of hanging rigidly as a statically mounted pendant might, getting spun around your neck as you go about your day.

This is most certainly a conversation starter piece and could easily be worn as a focal, solo piece on its eighteen-inch chain.

However, it should be noted that due to the custom application of the moon images as well as the choice of the hollow slide pendant, this piece is not completely water-resistant.

To preserve your meaningful birth moon necklace, water should be avoided while wearing.

Constructed of rhodium-plated brass, the fittings and chain will not take away from the moon phase “jewels”.

Each moon is 12mm across the widest point and with nine of them in a peaceful arc, the necklace is not for the faint-hearted.

The 18-inch chain gives a little room for adjustment to lay across or inside the collar of your favorite outfit. Since the moon and the soft-edged black shadow backgrounds paint a neutral pallet, it can match with any color you please.

The curve or plunge of the aforementioned collar styles will generously accent the gentle curve of the nine moon representations.

The bold, chunky shape of the bib will definitely get looks and comments flowing and the reasonable price means it is an amazing gift for anyone, including yourself, of course.

Luckily, we don’t think you’ll mind very much as you wear the incredibly simple yet alluring chain and pendant. This piece features a simple crescent moon glimmering with inset cubic zirconia.

While it represents just one phase of the moon, it is, at the very least, everyone’s favorite and a deeply meaningful phase according to lore. The waning crescent moon is a symbol of rebirth, new life, new opportunities and a burgeoning hope for the next phase of your life. As the moon emerges from the dark shadow of the new moon in the waning crescent phase, so too does this brilliant, shining crescent moon charm.

The sixteen-inch cable link chain with a two-inch optional extender gives options for a collarbone hang or a slightly longer, mid-chest hang that will look absolutely fabulous with any collar style you choose. Additionally, the extender will mean you can drape this around a traditional tabbed collar shirt for a choker style necklace.

AAA grade cubic zirconia stones are laid in high-quality sterling silver and the price simply cannot be passed up. You get the look of a high-end piece without paying the high-end price!

A Celtic knot is a knot that has no beginning and no end as does the ebb and flow of the cycle of tides.

The subtle artistry combining both lunar cycles and the traditional Irish art in a single piece is beyond fascinating, purely genius and it will look beyond gorgeous when featured in your collection. The 44cm pendant hangs from an eighteen-inch chain making it ideal for laying against the skin framed by a low neckline or over a high collar.

The high-quality sterling silver will present a wonderful contrast to bold, dark colors or a subtle accent and shine laid over paler colors. No matter how you wear it, the intricate knotwork will certainly stand out. The artists even went so far as to accent the bail with weaving detail. This well-thought-out, inventive piece is on the top of our must-have list, for sure.

It is believed that wearing a moonstone channel the lunar energy and boosts the wearer's ability to make decisions and feel secure in their choices.

This pendant takes a 4mm piece of moonstone and sets it in a bezel inside a 25mm circle pendant with the phases of the moon encircling the setting. Hanging from a generous 30-inch chain this will hang just above the navel making it ideal for a pop of powerful shine with chunky cowls, intricate necklines or days when your outfit features a scarf.

The moon phases that surround the stone are done in low relief with a sort of rustic, rough-hewn finish that makes the piece all the more charming.

As a bonus, with thirty inches and a spring clasp, you can always do a single wrap around your neck to create a choker and lift the pendant to mid-chest. Add a few simple chains, perhaps an additional star or simple charms, for a layered effect and the subtle long hang becomes a statement piece in no time.

This particular pendant is made in 14k gold plate.

This pendant is designed to soak up sunbeams and reflect them at night. The creators use a luminescent coating that allows the moon to glow brightly after an appropriate exposure to UV rays.

The nickel-free, cadmium-free, and lead-free pendant base are plated in white gold that adds a beautiful shine to the pendant mount with less risk of skin irritation sometimes experienced with long term wear of sterling silver. Measuring 36mm the pendant will make the moon the central focal point of any ensemble.

With a twenty-two inch chain, the mid-chest hang to make it ideal for wearing under an infinity scarf or cowl neck sweater for just a peek of the moon under an otherwise bulky scarf. Alternatively, it can be worn solo over a busier pattern and still hold its own, the size preventing the pendant from being overwhelmed by heavier patterned fabrics.

Just as one phase finishes, another seamlessly begins with a grace only Charming chains connect the lowest part of the vertical pendant to the uppermost part and will create a lovely, draping chandelier effect. This piece is best worn over bare skin with a plunging or open neckline.

Delicate metal detail work finishes the complete look for a very gothic-inspired necklace, with echoes of the inspirational gothic architecture at its core.

Artisans paid close attention to the smaller nooks, crannies, stitches and hidden places of their designs and no detail was unintentionally added.

Naturally, the design aesthetic and its more modern connotations combined with the deeply burnished sterling silver lends itself to performing most admirably with all-black outfits.

The chandelier chains will mean that it is important to store this piece in a hanging position. Laying or coiling the pendant portion risks developing kinks in the chains that may detract from the graceful lay across the chest.

Styled with a Victorian ethos, the strong alloy metal colored in antiqued silver, one can imagine the piece passed down through the generations of science and lunar lovers.

In this chandelier-styled statement piece, each moon phase is connected by antiqued chains and delicately detailed d-ring connectors. The chains will hang in a graceful drape across the body evoking a chandelier.

No crystals or bling are required for this piece to really shine. The sheer size of it will create a beautiful talking point and a perfect addition for the brave jewelry wearer.

This statement piece will best be worn with solid colors as the piece itself is large enough to create its own focal point pattern. The price for this much necklace really can’t be beaten either.