Herkimer Diamond Finished Hoop Earrings

Herkimer Collection - Gunmetal-finish sterling silver hoops with a unique twist—each hoop transitions at the base to shimmering Herkimer diamonds wrapped in warm gold wire, creating a subtle yet striking mixed-metal contrast +++ Metals: 14k Gold filled and gunmetal finish sterling silver Gemstones: Herkimer diamond Dimensions: About 1.25" x 1" Learn about Herkimer Diamonds! +++  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!