Oxidized sterling silver and gold vermeil with natural high grade Herkimer diamond quartz gemstones. Earrings are 3 1/4" long, and each one weights 2.8 gram.
What is Herkimer diamond? Despite their name, Herkimer diamonds are not actually diamonds. Instead, they are a rare form of double-terminated quartz crystal that formed over 500 million years ago in the dolomite rock of Herkimer County, New York. Their name comes from their exceptional clarity and natural faceting, which give them a diamond-like brilliance. Herkimers naturally form with two pointed ends and an average of 18 facets without any need for cutting or polishing. Amazing!
