These beautiful stud earrings begin with unique, one-of-a-kind double terminated quartz crystals. The crystals are completely raw and natural, uncut and unpolished. They grow in these beautiful 18 faceted shapes that you see. We offer stones that come from Herkimer County, NY (known as Herkimer Diamonds) and stones that come from Pakistan (known as Pakimer Diamonds). The stones from either location are the same in appearance so it's really all about the origin if you care about that.
Each one is different and no one stone perfectly matches another in shape, size, or clarity, but I handpick each one to find a pleasing pair. I then carefully wrap the stones with 14k Gold Fill, 14k Rose Gold Fill, or solid .940 Silver to turn them into wearable bits of natural beauty. The metal goes straight through the stone, so you can be sure it is secure!

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- Important things to note -

● We offer stones from both Pakistan (as a more affordable option for you) and from New York, which we buy directly from the Ace of Diamonds mine in Herkimer County, NY! If you select a "NY Stone" from the "Size" dropdown, you will receive a Herkimer from Herkimer, NY. If you select a size not labeled "NY Stone", you will receive a Pakimer from Pakistan.

● Herkimer Diamonds and Pakimer Diamonds are 18 sided quartz crystals, not actual diamonds.

● Please understand that these are natural stones and may have slight imperfections, such as inclusions or imperfect clarity. If you are particular about what you'd like to receive, please message me with your request first.

● Each size has a range of 1 - 1.5mm and each stone is measured carefully with calipers to ensure precision. Look at the photos to make sure you're ok with the full size range of what you purchase.

● I would highly recommend sizing up if you’re unsure. We measure each stone carefully to make sure they are within the size requirements listed but many customers have commented that they are smaller than expected and we just want to make sure every customer gets the size they want. :) Feel free to message me if you want a more specific size or need more photos! I’m here to help! - Lisa

● If you’re unhappy with the unique stones you receive, please send us a message and we will be happy to help you.

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- About the stone -

Double terminated 18 faceted quartz crystals were found in Herkimer NY in the 18th century and because of their clean natural facets and high clarity they were given the name "Herkimer Diamonds". Now similar beautiful 18 faceted crystals have been found in many places around the world. Technically only the stones found in a certain region of NY can properly bear the name "Herkimer Diamond" (just like the use of the word "Champagne" is reserved in many countries only for sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France).

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- Shop our other Herkimer/Pakimer Diamond Jewelry -

● Choose the exact pair of EXTRA LARGE STUDS you'll receive: https://www.etsy.com/SojournWell/listing/1058684581
● Necklace: https://www.etsy.com/SojournWell/listing/1095248003
● Dangle earrings: https://www.etsy.com/SojournWell/listing/613355732
● Hoop earrings: https://www.etsy.com/SojournWell/listing/744595171
● 18ga cartilage hoop: https://www.etsy.com/SojournWell/listing/1060388155

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- About the metal -

14k Gold filled:
What is "Gold Filled"? Well it is a way to get the benefits of gold without the huge cost. Think of it as a heavy 14K Gold plating (5% of the metal by weight). This protects your jewelry from tarnishing, and allows your ears to just contact 14K Gold.

Silver:
We use Solid .940 Argentium Silver for these earrings (94% pure silver). It is both more tarnish resistant than traditional sterling and also less likely to react to your ears, so double plus!

- BEFORE YOU BUY -

Please be sure the jewelry you buy is made of a metal that is safe for you! Every person is different and it’s ultimately up to you to know how your body reacts to different metals.

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- Caring For Your Jewelry -

To keep your jewelry in best condition it is advised to keep it dry (from beauty products, water, sweat, etc).

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Check out the rest of our handmade jewelry and hair accessories by visiting our shop!

www.etsy.com/shop/sojournwell

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