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Black Onyx and Moonstone Linear Drop Earrings in 18kt Gold Over Sterling
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2 Gemstone Choices
Onyx
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Width: | 5/8 inch |
Metal: | 18kt Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver |
Finish: | Polished |
Backing: | Wire |
Hanging Length: | 2 5/8 inches |
Gemstone 1: | Moonstone ( Color: White, Quantity: 2, Shape & Cutting Style: Oval Checkerboard, Size: 8x9 mm) |
Gemstone 2: | Moonstone ( Color: White, Quantity: 2, Shape & Cutting Style: Teardrop Checkerboard, Size: 9x11 mm) |
Gemstone 3: | Onyx ( Color: Black, Quantity: 4, Shape & Cutting Style: Oval Checkerboard, Size: 9x11-10x14 mm) |
18KT: Karat (abbreviated kt or K) is a unit that indicates the purity of gold in the metal. 18kt is 75% gold. In Europe, 18K yellow gold is most favored and used in jewelry.
YELLOW GOLD: Gold is a precious metal with a natural yellow color. It is quite soft and often alloyed with other metals to increase its strength. The purity of the metal is indicated by a unit called a "karat," with 24kt having the highest percentage of natural gold.
STERLING SILVER: Also known as "Standard Silver," sterling silver is silver alloyed with other metals to increase the hardness and durability. Generally, sterling is 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals. Some sterling silver jewelry is plated with 14kt-18kt gold and referred to as "vermeil," or "gold over sterling."
WIRE: sometimes called "shepherd's hooks" or "fishhooks," earwires are a thin, hook-shaped earring backs. They thread onto the ear and can sometimes be squeezed into place or held on with a rubber clutch.
MOONSTONE: named for the white reflection that mimics the reflection of moonshine. Typically polished and featuring a cabochon cut, moonstone's light-catching shimmer is perfect for fine jewelry. In Europe, moonstone is the birthstone for June.
OVAL: An elliptical shape that resembles an egg.
CHECKERBOARD: A technique that creates a contrast of dark and light when light hits the pattern of square or diamond-shaped facets.
TEARDROP: An elongated pear shape, rounded at one side and pointed at the other.
ONYX: A favorite of the ancient Greeks and Romans, this gemstone adds a sophisticated shine to rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. A dyed form of chalcedony, onyx is most popularly found in black although it can be green, white or red, as well.
All weights and measures are approximate. Most gemstones have been treated to enhance their natural beauty. |
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