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10k Yellow Gold Diamond and Garnet Heart-Shaped Earrings (.08 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity)

• 2 garnet, 14 diamond
• Minimum diamond color is J; Minimum diamond clarity is I3
• 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.

Product Description

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Looking for something that's both romantic and a little unique? These garnet and diamond heart-shaped earrings are the perfect answer. Made from polished 10 karat yellow gold, they feature swooping heart shapes lined with a total of 14 genuine diamonds (.08 cttw). Nestled between the tips of the open hearts are faceted heart-shaped stones of brilliant red garnet. A beautiful gemstone with a particularly high refraction index, garnet is prized for its radiance and eye-catching color. These gorgeous earrings are featured on posts and fasten with friction back closures.

About Birthstone Jewelry

January Birthstone: Garnet

Garnets come in a variety of colors but are best known for their deep red shade. January's birthstone is associated with faithfulness, sincerity, truth, and grace, and those born in this month are said to be loyal, devoted friends.

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: B000TQZIJS
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #714 in Jewelry (See Top 100 in Jewelry)
  • #62 in Jewelry > Earrings > Stud

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars They Look nice but..., December 16, 2009

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"unknown" (Simi Valley, CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 10k Yellow Gold Diamond and Garnet Heart-Shaped Earrings (.08 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity) (Jewelry)

I would agree with the other reviews that say they the earrings look nice and all that. What I don't like is the packaging.... If this is a gift for a wife or girlfriend, and you want to avoid your loved one looking at you and saying...a....gee....thanks? ...Then you must open them first to get rid of the incredibly cheap feel of the packaging. There is a China sticker on the box and a "Made in China" piece of cardboard strung to one of the earrings, and of course the cheap felt bag that came with it.....Ditch the stickers and the bag and maybe get some nicer stuffing for the little black box they come in.

I would give a higher rating if the packaging was decent. Looks like it came over from China in a container load that will sell for $5 on a street in New York.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice for the price!, April 14, 2008

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Crystal (Tampa Bay, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 10k Yellow Gold Diamond and Garnet Heart-Shaped Earrings (.08 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity) (Jewelry)

I just received these earrings a few minutes ago and I must say that I'm quite impressed with the quality of them... Especially for the price! Garnet is my birthstone so I'm very familiar with the stone. The garnets in these earrings are a beautiful deep red. The stones are a nice size in comparison to the earrings. Don't expect much with the diamonds. There are 7 of them in each earring, but they are so small, they don't give much sparkle in the light. The presentation of the earrings make up for it though. All in all, I'm impressed and glad I purchased them. You can't beat the quality for this price!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very poor quality, January 31, 2010

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Barry L. Miracle (Mpls., MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 10k Yellow Gold Diamond and Garnet Heart-Shaped Earrings (.08 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity) (Jewelry)

The garnets look worse then glass. They are very cloudy and dull. The gold is very rough and not shiny. I was extremely disappointed in the quality of these ear rings. The photo is not accurate in quality to the item I received.