Vintage Citrine Garnet Multi-Gem 18 Karat Gold Sputnik Satellite Charm

• Charm designed as a hollow gold sphere with tube settings protruding throughout
• Bezel set with aquamarine, amethyst, tourmaline, citrine, garnet, and others
• Completed by a jump ring bale
• Circa 1970
• Tested as 18 karat gold
• Measures: 10.6 x 14.5 mm (including bale)
• Total weight: 1.4 grams
• Inquisitive. Space-Age. Exploration.

The Sputnik 1 satellite was launched in 1957 by the Soviet Union, remaining in a low Earth orbit until its incineration. The satellite was designed as a highly polished metal sphere with four long antennas sticking straight out. This unique form inspired many artists to create futuristic, space, and science themed jewelry throughout the 1960's and 1970's.