The charming 'Per Aspera Ad Astra' necklace ise designed to resemble the vast Universe and remind the wearer that even in the hardest times there are unlimited opportunities to catch our dreams. Handcrafted from 18-karat gold-plated silver, this necklace is set with a beautiful malachite and a tiny crystal-encrusted star. Designed by Alessandro Ricevuto and handmade in her studio in Italy, her jewelry is inspired by the iconographic symbolism of Italian arts, history and culture. Each piece is created with extreme dedication to ensuring each piece is realized using the highest quality raw materials and centuries-old manufacturing techniques that have been passed down from father to son in the town of Torre del Greco, one of Italy's four famous jewelry districts. Measures 17 in, with 2 in. extender.