Star Map Necklace: What It Shows and How to Choose One

Short answer: A star map necklace is a pendant engraved with a small map of the sky. Ours shows a named star marked among the stars around it, with names and coordinates on the back. It comes as part of the Ultimate Set, with the certificate and an A4 star map, in 925 sterling silver.

What does a star map necklace show?

There are two kinds, and it's worth knowing which you're buying.

Type	What it shows
Named star map (ours)	One named star, marked among the stars around it
"Night sky on a date"	The whole sky over one place at one moment

Ours is about the star. The date goes on the certificate. More on star maps vs star names.

What's in the Ultimate Set?

• A 925 sterling silver pendant with the star map engraved on the front.
• Names and coordinates on the back.
• The star certificate and an A4 star map.
• A gift box.

From £164.99. See the Ultimate Set.

Who is a star map necklace for?

• A partner: for an anniversary or Valentine's Day.
• A new mum: with the baby's star. New baby ideas.
• In memory: a way to keep someone close. Memorial ideas.
• Someone far away: a star you both look towards. Long-distance gift.

Not a jewellery person?

The Signature & Keepsake comes with an engraved keychain instead. Or keep it simple with the framed Signature Set.

What should I engrave?

Keep it short. The name, or two names, and the date usually fit best. Check spelling twice: engraving can't be undone once it's done.

Is the star name official?

No. It's a symbolic gift in our register. Here's the honest detail.

Pairing a necklace with a named star? Here is how naming a star works and the anniversary star gift page if it is for a couple.

Questions people ask

Is it real silver?

Yes, 925 sterling silver.

Can I change the engraving after ordering?

Contact us fast. We can change it before it's engraved.

See all our star jewellery.