Astranika's pendant collection takes its design cues from space rather than the usual floral or geometric templates most fashion jewellery relies on — celestial spheres, astronaut charms, orbit rings, and star bursts, all in a gold-tone finish. There are 8 designs in the line, priced between ₹299 and ₹449, with four of them built on anti-tarnish plating so the finish holds up to daily wear rather than fading within weeks.
This guide walks through what separates the anti-tarnish pieces from the standard gold-tone ones, breaks down all 8 designs, and covers styling, budget, and care so you know exactly what you're buying before you check out.
Why a cosmic theme, and why it's held up as a trend
Space and cosmos motifs in jewellery aren't a one-season fad the way some micro-trends are. Stars, moons, and orbit shapes work well as jewellery precisely because they're simple silhouettes that read clearly at pendant scale — a star burst or a sphere doesn't need fine detail to look intentional, unlike a floral or portrait design that can look muddy when shrunk down to a 2cm pendant. That's part of why the astronaut and orbit designs in this collection photograph cleanly even in low light, which matters if you're buying jewellery you'll actually wear out rather than just display.
The other reason this theme has staying power is that it's gender-neutral in tone without being plain. A star or planet pendant doesn't skew as overtly "cute" or "traditional" as a lot of fashion jewellery does, so it pairs with both casual streetwear and slightly dressier outfits without looking out of place in either.
Anti-tarnish vs. standard gold-tone: know which is which before you buy
Of the 8 pendants in this collection, four are built with anti-tarnish plating: the CosmiDil Pendant, Hearten Pendant, Hiss-teric Gem Pendant, and Inbox Pendant. The remaining four — Celestial Sphere, Cosmic Flare, Moon Walker Astronaut, and Orbit — use a standard gold-tone finish without the anti-tarnish layer.
This isn't a quality gap between the two groups; it's a construction difference that matters for how you plan to wear the piece. Anti-tarnish plating resists the oxidation that turns gold-tone jewellery dull or slightly greenish with regular skin contact and sweat, so the four anti-tarnish designs are the better pick if you want a pendant you can wear daily without taking it off for showers, workouts, or humid weather. The standard gold-tone pieces still hold their finish well with normal care, but they benefit more from being stored dry and kept away from direct water or perfume contact between wears, the same way most fashion-grade gold-tone jewellery does.
If you already know you want a set-it-and-forget-it everyday pendant, start with the anti-tarnish four. If you're buying something you'll wear occasionally and store carefully in between, the standard gold-tone designs work just as well.
The 8 pendant designs, one by one
Celestial Sphere Pendant — a rounded, minimal sphere design that works as an everyday piece for anyone who wants the cosmic theme without a literal star or planet shape. The most versatile of the eight for mixing with other jewellery.
Cosmic Flare Pendant — a star-burst design with more visual detail than the Celestial Sphere, better suited to being worn as a standalone statement piece rather than layered.
CosmiDil Pendant — a heart-shaped anti-tarnish pendant that softens the cosmic theme into something more classic. Works well as a gifting option since the heart shape reads as sentimental without losing the collection's design identity.
Hearten Pendant — the most affordable piece in the collection and also anti-tarnish, making it a reasonable entry point if you want to try the line before committing to a pricier piece.
Hiss-teric Gem Pendant — comes on a snake-chain rather than a standard link chain, which gives it a slightly edgier look than the rest of the collection. Anti-tarnish, and a good pick if your existing jewellery leans bold rather than delicate.
Inbox Pendant — a geometric design that breaks from the round/star shapes used elsewhere in the line. Anti-tarnish, and the pick to make if you want something that doesn't read as overtly "cosmic" from a distance.
Moon Walker Astronaut Pendant — the most literal take on the space theme, with a pearl accent alongside the astronaut charm. This is the design to pick if you want the cosmic concept to be immediately recognisable rather than abstract.
Orbit Pendant — a ring-shaped design representing a planetary orbit, minimal enough to wear daily but distinct enough to stand out from a plain circle pendant.
What ₹299–₹449 actually gets you
Every pendant in this collection is listed at a marked-down price against a higher original MRP — for instance, the Hearten Pendant sells at ₹299 against a listed ₹999 MRP, and most of the others follow a similar pattern between ₹399 and ₹449 against MRPs in the ₹1,199–₹1,299 range. That's a real discount structure rather than an artificially inflated "before" price with no basis, since the sale prices stay consistent across the catalogue rather than fluctuating design to design.
At this price point, you're paying for a gold-tone plated finish over a base metal, not solid gold or gold vermeil. That's standard for fashion jewellery in this bracket, and it's worth knowing going in so expectations match what you're actually buying — the value here is in the design and, for four of the eight pieces, the anti-tarnish construction, not in precious-metal content.
Styling: chain length, necklines, and layering
Most pendants in this collection sit on a mid-length chain that works well with crew necks, V-necks, and boat necklines without the pendant getting lost in the fabric or sitting awkwardly close to the collarbone. For deeper necklines, a pendant with more visual weight — Cosmic Flare or Moon Walker Astronaut — reads better than the smaller, more minimal Celestial Sphere or Orbit designs.
If you like layering multiple necklaces, pair one of the smaller round pendants (Celestial Sphere or Orbit) with a plain chain of a slightly different length rather than combining two statement pieces, which tend to compete for attention rather than complement each other. The snake-chain Hiss-teric Gem works well as the shorter of two layered pieces since the chain texture itself adds contrast against a plainer link chain underneath.
For daily office wear, the anti-tarnish four (CosmiDil, Hearten, Hiss-teric Gem, Inbox) are the practical choice since you won't need to remove them before washing your hands repeatedly through the day. Save the standard gold-tone pieces for occasions where you're not wearing the jewellery for more than a few hours at a stretch.
Building a full look with the rest of Astranika's range
A pendant rarely works in isolation from the rest of what you're wearing on your ears and wrists. For a clean, everyday combination, pair any of the cosmic pendants with a pair from the minimal earrings collection — the understated earring designs there don't compete with the pendant's shape the way a bolder earring style would.
If you're specifically prioritising low-maintenance jewellery, the anti-tarnish jewellery collection brings together every anti-tarnish piece across Astranika's range, pendants included, so you can build a full daily-wear set without checking each product page individually for plating type.
To complete the look at the wrist, the bracelets for women collection includes the brand's floral tulip-bracelet line, which pairs well with the cosmic pendants without overlapping the theme directly — a floral bracelet and a star pendant read as complementary rather than mismatched, since neither is trying to dominate the same visual space.
Caring for your pendant
Whether or not your pendant is anti-tarnish, a few habits noticeably extend how long it looks new. Put the pendant on after applying perfume or lotion rather than before, since alcohol-based products are one of the fastest ways to wear down any plating. Wipe it down with a soft, dry cloth after wearing it, particularly if you've been sweating, and store it in a pouch or lined box rather than an open tray where it's constantly exposed to air.
Avoid wearing any of these pendants in the shower, pool, or sea. Chlorine and salt water accelerate plating wear regardless of whether the piece is marketed as anti-tarnish, and none of the eight designs here are described as fully waterproof. If a pendant does start to dull despite anti-tarnish plating, that usually means the plating layer has worn through in a specific contact point rather than the piece being defective — at that stage, further wear will only worsen the discoloration.
Where this information comes from
Astranika is a Delhi NCR–based fashion jewellery brand that designs and sells its own catalogue rather than reselling third-party stock, run by founder Deepanshu Gupta. The anti-tarnish/standard gold-tone breakdown in this guide reflects how each of the eight pendants is actually listed on the brand's own product pages, not a generalisation applied across the whole collection — which matters here specifically because four pieces have the anti-tarnish construction and four don't, and treating all eight as identical would be misleading.
Gifting guide: matching the pendant to the person
If you're buying one of these as a gift rather than for yourself, the design matters more than usual since you're choosing on someone else's behalf. The CosmiDil heart-shaped pendant is the safest sentimental choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or Valentine's gifting — it reads as thoughtful without requiring the recipient to already like space or cosmic themes specifically. The Moon Walker Astronaut Pendant works well for someone with an established interest in astronomy or space, since it's the most literal design in the collection and won't land well with someone who doesn't already connect with that theme.
For a workplace or Secret Santa-style gift where you don't know the person's taste well, the Celestial Sphere or Orbit pendants are the least polarising picks — both are minimal enough to suit most personal styles without betting on a specific aesthetic preference. Avoid the Hiss-teric Gem as a blind gift unless you know the recipient already wears bolder jewellery, since the snake-chain styling is more of an acquired look than the rest of the range.
If budget is a factor in a group gift, the Hearten Pendant at ₹299 gives you the most room to also add a small extra, such as a pair of earrings from the minimal collection, while staying within a typical gifting budget.
Frequently asked questions
Which Astranika pendant is best for someone who's never worn fashion jewellery before? The Hearten Pendant is a reasonable starting point — it's the most affordable piece in the range, and it's one of the four with anti-tarnish plating, so it holds up to daily wear without needing a careful maintenance routine from day one.
Can I wear these pendants along with a gold chain I already own? Yes, since all eight pendants have a gold-tone finish designed to sit on a standard link chain. If you want to use your own chain instead of the one included, check the pendant's bail (the loop it hangs from) fits your chain's link width before swapping it.
Do the non-anti-tarnish pendants tarnish quickly? Not quickly under normal conditions, but they need more deliberate care than the anti-tarnish four — keeping them dry, applying perfume before putting them on, and storing them away from air exposure when not in use makes a real difference to how long the gold-tone finish stays even.
Is the Moon Walker Astronaut Pendant's pearl accent a real pearl? It's a decorative pearl-style accent consistent with the collection's fashion-jewellery positioning, not a natural or cultured pearl. Check the individual product page for the exact material description before ordering if this distinction matters for your purchase.
How do I pick between the snake-chain Hiss-teric Gem and a standard link chain pendant? It comes down to what the rest of your jewellery looks like. If you already wear textured or layered chains, the snake-chain adds to that aesthetic. If your existing pieces are mostly plain link chains, a standard chain pendant like the Orbit or Celestial Sphere will match more consistently.
See all 8 designs, current pricing, and stock availability on the pendants for women collection page.