.925 Sterling Silver Checkerboard Cut Oval Purple Amethyst 2" Inch Drop and Dangle Earrings

Highlights

• Three checkerboard-cut oval amethysts per earring are set in bezel settings.
• The amethysts are natural and unheated, graded AAA for clarity.
• The metal is rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver for a bright white finish.
• Each earring hangs 2 inch in drop length and closes with a hook backing.
• The stones are purple, sized 4 x 6, 5 x 7 and 5 x 8.

Good to Know

• The bezel settings surround each amethyst's edge, protecting the stone.
• The amethysts are natural, unheated and graded AAA for clarity.
• The rhodium plating gives a bright white finish that resists tarnish.
• Rhodium plating over sterling silver can wear thin over years of use and may eventually need re
• plating.
• The 2 inch drop length is fixed and cannot be adjusted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metal are the earrings made from?

The earrings are crafted in rhodium plated over .925 sterling silver, which gives them a bright white finish. Rhodium plating also helps resist tarnish on the sterling silver base underneath.

What gemstones are used and how are they set?

Each earring features three natural, unheated oval amethysts with a checkerboard cut, graded AAA for clarity. The stones are held in bezel settings, which surround each stone's edge with a rim of metal for added protection.

How long do the earrings hang?

Each earring measures 2 inch in drop length, creating a dangle style that moves with the wearer. They close with a hook backing.

How should the earrings be cleaned and stored?

Clean the piece with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, a soft cloth, and dry it thoroughly afterward. Store it dry and closed, and keep it away from chlorine and perfume to help preserve the rhodium plating and finish.

How to Care for Your .925 Sterling Silver Checkerboard Cut Oval Purple Amethyst 2" Inch Drop and Dangle Earrings

1. Clean the piece with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft cloth, then dry it thoroughly.
2. Avoid abrasive cleaners like toothpaste, which can scratch the sterling silver and leave it hazy.
3. Keep the piece away from chlorine and perfume to protect the rhodium plating.
4. Store the piece dry and closed when not in use to slow tarnishing.
5. Wipe the amethysts gently with a soft cloth rather than soaking or scrubbing them.