MONEDITA pendant in 925 sterling silver, disc format 17×13×3 mm. Available in five natural minerals — amethyst, citrine, rainbow moonstone, peridot, and garnet — each polished to a mirror finish and set in a sterling silver bezel. Made to order to ensure personal mineral selection.
Piece details
| Piece dimensions |
17×13×3 mm (includes bezel and mineral) |
| Mineral disc diameter |
13 mm |
| Metal |
925 Sterling Silver (bezel and setting) |
| Chain |
45 cm stainless steel, included |
| Finish |
Mirror polished (mineral) · Satin (silver setting) |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Piece type |
Made to order · 5 mineral options |
The five available minerals
Each variant combines the same coin format with a different natural mineral. The disc is hand-cut, respecting its circular shape, and polished to maximize the stone's brilliance at the center of the bezel.
| Mineral |
Classification |
Color |
Mohs Hardness |
Traditional association |
| Amethyst |
Violet quartz (SiO₂) |
Pale to intense violet |
7 |
Wisdom and tranquility |
| Citrine |
Yellow quartz (SiO₂) |
Golden yellow |
7 |
Clarity and vitality |
| Rainbow Moonstone |
Potassium feldspar (KAlSi₃O₈) |
White with rainbow adularescence |
6–6.5 |
Intuition and new cycles |
| Peridot |
Gem olivine ((Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄) |
Olive green to lime green |
6.5–7 |
Renewal and solar energy |
| Garnet |
Almandine garnet (Fe₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂) |
Deep garnet red |
7–7.5 |
Grounding and passion |
Symbolic associations belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
The MONEDITA design
The "monedita" (little coin) format reduces the jewel to its essential geometry: the circle. The mineral occupies 75% of the visible diameter, framed by a sterling silver bezel that anchors the stone without overshadowing it. With a thickness of 3 mm, the piece has presence without weight — the kind of pendant you wear without thinking and that accompanies you without bothering you.
The bezel finish is satin to contrast with the mirror polish of the mineral. This difference in texture ensures that even solid-colored minerals have a frame that clearly defines them. The upper connecting loop is proportional to the disc, discreet and functional.
How to wear and combine it
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As an everyday pendant — the 17×13 mm size is discreet. It fits under a shirt collar or over a sweater without being excessive. It is very lightweight.
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Layering — its minimalist profile makes it compatible with thicker chains or longer pendants without competing for attention.
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As a customizable gift — the possibility of choosing the mineral makes it a jewel with intention. Each stone carries its own cultural context that can accompany the gift.
MONEDITA minerals in lapidary tradition
Each of the five MONEDITA minerals has a presence in the history of jewelry. Amethyst, the gem of bishops and kings in medieval Europe, gives its name to a color. Citrine, called "poor man's topaz" before being identified as quartz, shone in Art Deco brooches of the 20th century. Moonstone was admired by the Romans for its connection to the goddess Selene — the inner glow that changes with the angle of light. Peridot appears in the pectorals of ancient Egyptian pharaohs and in meteorite fragments. Almandine garnet has been the gem of travelers and navigators since antiquity.
In crystal tradition, these stones are associated with specific qualities: amethyst with calm and concentration, citrine with clarity and energy, moonstone with feminine intuition, peridot with growth, and garnet with grounding and vitality. These are shared as cultural references, not as therapeutic claims.
How to distinguish MONEDITA minerals
Citrine and amethyst are both quartz — under a loupe, amethyst will show a violet color with possible zoning of a paler tone towards the center; genuine citrine has a warm yellow without the greenish tint of prasiolite quartz. Rainbow moonstone is recognized by its adularescence: the bluish or multicolored shimmer that seems to float inside when moved under light. Peridot has a characteristic yellowish green, distinct from the bluer emerald. Almandine garnet has a dark red, almost blackish in pieces with higher saturation, with an intense vitreous luster and without the characteristic bubbles of colored glass.
Frequently asked questions
Are MONEDITA minerals natural and untreated?
Yes. The mineral discs come from lapidary material without detectable treatment — each mineral has its color due to its specific mineralogical composition, not by dyeing. This statement is based on lapidary observation; the piece does not include formal gemological certification.
Can I choose the mineral when ordering?
Yes, the variant is selected from the product page menu. The pendant is made to order with the mineral you choose. Processing times are indicated in the terms of purchase.
What are the exact dimensions of the pendant?
The complete piece measures 17×13×3 mm (±0.5 mm in any dimension, as it is hand-cut). The mineral disc diameter is 13 mm. The stainless steel chain is 45 cm long.
Is 925 sterling silver compatible with sensitive skin?
Most people with nickel sensitivity tolerate 925 sterling silver without problems, but the response may vary from person to person. The chain is made of hypoallergenic stainless steel.
Do all five variants have the same size?
Yes. All MONEDITA discs measure 13 mm in diameter and about 3 mm in thickness. The circular shape is the same in all five variants; only the mineral and its color change.
How do I care for my MONEDITA pendant?
Store the piece in an individual case or pouch to prevent scratching. Remove it before contact with water, perfume, cream, or chemical products. Silver can oxidize over time; a specific silver polishing cloth will restore it. Consult our complete care guide.
Explore more natural mineral jewelry in our pendant collection. If you are looking for rough lapidary material, visit our selection of cabochons.
