What metal options are available for gemstone earrings?
Gemstone earrings are available in yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum, and silver. Each metal tone pairs differently with the color of the featured gemstone.
What earring styles are available for gemstone earrings?
Gemstone earrings are available in styles including studs, hoops, huggies, drops, halos, bezels, clusters, and statement designs. Each style highlights colorful gemstones in a different way, from delicate studs to bold drops.
Do gemstone earrings make a thoughtful gift?
Yes, gemstone earrings make a thoughtful gift thanks to their vibrant colors and wide range of styles. Choosing a gemstone tied to a birth month or favorite color adds an extra personal touch.
What gemstone options are available for gemstone earrings?
Gemstone earrings are available with sapphire, emerald, aquamarine, opal, topaz, and pearl, among other colorful gemstones. Many styles also correspond to birthstone months for a personalized touch.
Can gemstone earrings be worn every day?
Yes, gemstone earrings are designed for everyday wear and hold up well to regular use. Their range of colors makes them easy to coordinate with both casual and formal outfits.
What should be considered when choosing gemstone earrings?
Choosing gemstone earrings often comes down to preferred color, earring style, and metal tone. The gemstone's birthstone meaning can also make the choice more personal.
Can gemstone earrings be layered with multiple ear piercings?
Yes, gemstone earrings can be layered across multiple piercings for a personalized, curated ear look. Mixing different gemstone colors and earring styles is a popular way to create variety.
Can gemstone earrings be paired with a matching necklace or bracelet?
Yes, gemstone earrings can be paired with a necklace or bracelet featuring the same gemstone or metal for a coordinated look. Matching pieces create a cohesive, put-together style.
How much do gemstone earrings typically cost?
Gemstone earring prices vary based on the gemstone type, metal, and earring style. Pearl and simple gemstone studs tend to be more affordable, while designs with sapphires or emeralds and diamond accents cost more.
How do I clean gemstone earrings?
Gemstone earrings can be cleaned with warm water, a mild soap, and a soft brush to keep the metal and gemstones bright. Gently dry each earring with a soft cloth before storing.
Diamond cut should not be confused with shape. Shape refers to the general outward appearance of the diamond, not its reflective qualities. Brilliant Earth currently carries the following shapes:
Oval
Round
Marquise
Emerald
Cushion
Old Mine
Pear
Radiant
Princess
Asscher
Heart
Color
A diamond's color is a natural and permanent characteristic. Colorless diamonds allow more light to pass through than a colored diamond, creating more sparkle and fire.
Absolutely colorless or icy white. The highest color grade—extremely rare and most expensive.
Clarity
A diamond’s clarity refers to the presence of impurities on and within the stone. When a rough stone is extracted from carbon deep beneath the earth, tiny traces of natural elements are almost always trapped inside. These elements are called flaws or inclusions because they are formed naturally and are unique to each stone.
10x magnification
Flawless with no internal or external flaws. Extremely rare and valuable.
Cut
The cut refers to the angles and proportions of a diamond. The cut of a diamond—its depth and width, and the uniformity of the facets—determines its beauty. The skill with which a diamond is cut determines how well it reflects and refracts light.
Exquisite quality cut to create the optimal combination of brilliance and fire. Reflects nearly all light that enters the diamond.
Top 3% of diamond quality based on cut.
Carat
A carat is the unit used to measure a diamond's weight. One carat equals 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams. Although carat weight and the size of a diamond are related, the carat does not directly measure diamond size.
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