Unveiling the Power of Cosmic Gemstones as the Perseid Meteor Shower Lights Up the Sky
The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the most spectacular meteor displays of the year. Known for its bright, fast-moving “shooting stars,” the shower occurs as Earth passes through the debris left by Comet Swift-Tuttle, creating streaks of light that dazzle across the night sky. Lighting up the skies on 12–13th August 2025, it’s not just astronomers and skywatchers that the annual shower has looking up – jewellery aficionados are too.
There’s no better moment to showcase ethereal stones inspired by celestial phenomena – ranging from meteorite fragments to gems that shimmer like the moon and stars. Fine jewellery and diamond experts at UK retailer Steven Stone have highlighted some of the most mesmerising cosmic gemstones, each with a story as enchanting and timeless as the night sky, along with the celebrities and royals who adore them.
Moonstone and opal dominate both visibility and mainstream jewellery appeal, with moonstone holding a special place in the royal family’s collection. While much of Kate Middleton’s jewellery is understandably beyond most budgets, one of her go-to pieces is surprisingly accessible – a pair of High Street earrings from Carousel Jewels featuring a blue lapis stone paired with the soft, ethereal glow of moonstone, retailing for just £130.
Queen Camilla’s most recent moonstone piece is rather more extravagant: a brooch of unknown origin featuring a central moonstone framed by diamonds, which Maxwell Stone estimates to be worth around £30,000 based on its design and the gemstone’s quality.
The royal family’s affinity for moonstone can be traced to its popularity in Victorian and Art Nouveau jewellery. Symbolising intuition, femininity, and protection, it carries a rich sense of heritage, making it a natural choice for those who value tradition.
In addition to its natural beauty and reputed ability to channel moon energy and enhance intuition, opal symbolises truth, hope, purity, and vitality – qualities further amplified by its status as the birthstone for October. At her 2023 birthday celebration, Taylor Swift turned heads wearing a striking opal ring gifted by her close friend Keleigh Teller.
Valued by Maxwell at approximately £15,000, the piece features an impressive 15-carat white opal surrounded by a delicate halo of shimmering blue topaz stones. Meanwhile, jewellery lovers may recall the eye-catching creations Timothée Chalamet showcased during the promotional tour for ‘Wonka’. Among them was a candy-inspired necklace co-designed with Cartier, valued by Maxwell at £160,000. The statement piece dazzles with 964 stones, including emeralds, rubellites, pink tourmalines, and blue opals.
Renowned for its shimmering flashes of blue and green, labradorite – believed to enhance intuition, protect against negative energy, and inspire transformation – is a favourite among actors and spiritual enthusiasts alike. At the 2023 Baby2Baby Gala, Kirsten Dunst turned her neckline into a statement by layering Irene Neuwirth’s rainbow moonstone necklace between two striking labradorite strands.
Brie Larson is another admirer, often seen wearing a one-of-a-kind bracelet featuring labradorite, iolite, rainbow moonstone, and aquamarine – a bespoke piece crafted by her friend and designer, Melinda Lee Holm.
Although few celebrities are spotted wearing lapis lazuli as jewellery, some keep the vivid blue stone close for its reputed spiritual benefits. Revered since ancient times, lapis lazuli is believed to promote clarity, honesty, and inner strength. Robert Downey Jr., for instance, not only carries crystals but has even brought a spiritual guru onto film sets to keep his favourites nearby. He has credited them with aiding his recovery from past substance abuse and, during his wife’s pregnancy, wore both lapis lazuli and sodalite for their protective and balancing energies.
These stones remind us that the cosmos is not just above us but can also be held close, cherished, and celebrated. Whether adorning royals, gracing celebrities on the red carpet, or treasured by spiritual enthusiasts, cosmic gemstones bridge the worlds of luxury, tradition, and mysticism, inviting us all to capture a fragment of stardust in our daily lives.
Written by Laura Dean
Laura Dean is the digital PR lead for UK jeweller Steven Stone, bringing over a decade of experience in both music PR and journalism. A published music writer for the past 11 years, she has covered everything from intimate club gigs to major festival stages. Laura studied Criminology and Psychology at Leeds Beckett University and combines her understanding of human behaviour with a sharp eye for storytelling. When she’s not crafting campaigns or writing about music, you’ll find her at live shows or curating her ever-growing vinyl collection.