Herkimer Collection - Sleek curves meet raw sparkle in these organic hoop earrings. Crafted in a gunmetal-finished sterling silver, each hoop holds a single Herkimer “diamond” wrapped in gold wire. Suspended from gold ear wires, they strike the perfect balance between earthy and refined, making them an effortless choice for both everyday wear and adventurous escapes.
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Metals: 14k Gold filled and gunmetal sterling silver
Gemstones: Herkimer diamond
Dimensions: 1" x 1"
Learn about Herkimer Diamonds!
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ABOUT 14k GOLD FILLED
*Gold filled is the next level and is an amazing, quality alternative to solid gold
*It is actual layers of gold pressure bonded with other jeweler quality metals. While gold plating can eventually wear off, gold filled is required by law to contain 5% gold (plated is more like .5%) and it’s therefore extremely uncommon to wear through gold filled
*If you can wear gold jewelry without skin sensitivity, you can most likely wear gold filled!
*During the mid to late Victorian period, gold filled jewelry was very common and was manufactured in large numbers.
*For more in depth info, check out this BLOG POST!