Hematite order Hoop Earrings

For the modern bohemian. A playful fringe of hematite adorn hand forged hoops. The mixed metals add such a beautiful contrast. Handmade Shepherd hook earwires. Measure 2”. Sterling silver, which has been oxidized and hand polished for an antique finish and 14k gold fill.

About 14k gold fill: 14K gold filled wire is a professional jewelers grade wire. Gold filled wire is not plated. It is a tube of solid 14K gold mechanically bonded to a brass or silver base. There is 100 times more gold in gold filled than in gold plate wire. This layer of gold must be a minimum of 1/20th of the total metal weight to be called gold filled. The color looks exactly like 14k gold. It is tarnish-resistant, safe for sensitive skin and unlike gold plate, it will not wear off. It is a great way to enjoy affordable gold jewelry.

About Hematite: Hematite is a very common mineral consisting of iron oxide. Its color ranges from steel gray to almost black. The name hematite is derived from the Greek word haimatites for blood. It is mined in Australia, England, Mexico, the United States and Canada. It is the state mineral of Alabama, USA where approximately 375 million tons were mined between l840 and 1975.

Hematite (iron ore) is a very common mineral on Earth and it also occurs everywhere on the planet Mars where it order is responsible for the planet's distinctive red color. Hematite's role as a healing stone dates back to Ancient Egypt. In ancient civilizations, hematite was used to stop blood flow and remove poisons from the body.

Your jewelry will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a small box. Multiple items will be combined, unless separate boxes are requested. If this is a gift being shipped directly to the recipient, please let me know. I will be glad to include a note from you.

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