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18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver African Amethyst Hoop Earrings (0.7" Diameter)

• Gemstones may have been treated to improve their appearance or durability and may require special care.
• The natural properties and composition of mined gemstones define the unique beauty of each piece. The image may show slight differences to the actual stone in color and texture.
• Amethyst is February's birthstone.

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These small hoop earrings are made from gold-dipped sterling silver and hold a total of six vibrant purple African amethyst gemstones. The mixed-size rounds are mounted in prong settings along the fronts of the hoops. The settings themselves are elegant, with open gallery work and bead texture. Finished with hinged snap posts, these easy-to-wear earrings add instant color to your style.

About Birthstone Jewelry

February Birthstone: Amethyst

Because of its regal purple hue, amethyst has long been a favorite of kings, queens, and other nobles. While it signifies wealth and strength, amethyst is also a symbol of soberness, tranquility, and wisdom.

History of Birthstones

Chances are you can name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how certain stones came to be associated with particular months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was decorated with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with certain powers and tied to particular astrological signs, and later to calendar months.

There are many variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, associated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.

The Modern birthstone list, perhaps the most universally known, was released by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you embrace birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to collecting a beautiful gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001IDZG2U
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #862 in Jewelry (See Top 100 in Jewelry)
  • #30 in Jewelry > Earrings > Hoop

Customer Reviews

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars dress-up your wardrobe, October 5, 2009

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These earrings are more dressy than they appeared online, they really add a tone of richness to the outfits I wear them with. The gold is a nice deep gold colour, and the amethysts are a gorgeous deep purple. When I ordered them I thought I would wear them to work, but they are a little to fancy for my 'business casual' office wear, so I tend to wear them to festive occasions when I dress up a little. They are comfortable and very pretty.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars gorgeous!, June 2, 2009

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these are better in person than the pic. Very intense purple color and fit on the ear well - comfy. great deal.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous; why no matching pendant?, September 16, 2009

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A. Foulks "Neandertal maven" (Colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver African Amethyst Hoop Earrings (0.7" Diameter) (Jewelry)

I love these earrings! The amethysts are dark and impressive. The clasps seem to hold the earrings on tightly. I'll bet I'm like many people...with the price of gold, I am buying mostly gold overlay these days. These were a GREAT price.
Just one thing kept them from being perfect: there was NO PENDANT offered, to match these earrings. As someone who likes to buy my jewelry in matching sets, that made it frustrating. I've been looking for months, for a matching pendant.