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14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Floral Dangle Leverback Earrings

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Product Description

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These enchanting dangle earrings showcase emerald flowers with petite diamond centers. Four oval emerald stones are prong set in 14 karat yellow gold to create the flower petals. The emeralds have a rich, slightly cloudy kelly green color and a faceted cut for a pretty sparkle. Small round diamond accents at the center (.018 cttw) provide a striking contrast. Superb colors elevate emeralds to among the most precious gems. Their velvety green hues come from impurities (called inclusions) that cloud the clarity. These fissures in emeralds are also called a "jardin" for their plant-like appearance that deepens their vivid garden shades. The earrings are set on slender curved posts of 14 karat yellow gold and fasten securely with leverback closures.

About Birthstone Jewelry

May Birthstone: Emerald

May's birthstone, with its vibrant, bottomless green, is a powerful symbol of renewal, fertility, and joy. Those born in May carry the emerald to attract success, personal growth, and inner peace. Some say this captivating stone even helps predict the future.

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: 3.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000P4XWRY
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful!, December 20, 2007

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J. Aiello (NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Dangle Leverback Earrings (Jewelry)

These earrings are absolutely beautiful. They look like they should cost more than they did. They are very light when worn (which is good for the earlobe) but looks very substantial. I am very pleased with them.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars sapphire drop earrings, March 2, 2008

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M. Marie Hucey Palmer (Bronx, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Floral Dangle Leverback Earrings (Jewelry)

Nice little earrings, but much more delicate than they look. Be very careful about removing and putting them in your lobes. Both lever-backs of mine are shaky after only two wears and I've had to have them strengthened at a jewellers.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for a little girl, February 9, 2008

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Aussie Gal "from Down Under" (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Dangle Leverback Earrings (Jewelry)

Very pretty setting. The setting is a little on the smaller side, but still nicely made. Genuine stones, very light setting, easy to get on and off but still secure once on and good 14K gold that wouldn't hurt ears as cheap earrings do would make this a perfect gift for a young girl who would be very impressed to hear they are real rubies.

I got the earrings 25% off on a daily gold box deal and even though they are genuine stones and gold, I would feel that the original price of $99 is a little too much as it is such a light setting that if given for a gift to some adults, people may not realize the quality materials and think the earrings are worth less. At the discount price it is OK.

Update: I have actually found these earrings to be even more useful than I first realised and have actually ordered the emerald equivalent as well. I find them excellent for everyday. If you can get them on sale you have done well. I still stand by my prior comment though that if given to an adult they are so light they may think you have paid less for them than you have if you buy them at the full price.