Pink Pearl Earrings - Garnet Accents - Sterling Silver
Regular price $62.95 USDRosy pink freshwater pearls glow softly above red garnet accents in these handcrafted post earrings, finished with ornate oxidized sterling silver posts that add vintage-inspired detail.
The Timeless Allure of Pearls
Pearls hold a unique place in gemstone history as the only gem created by a living creature. For over 4,000 years, pearls have symbolized purity, wisdom, and wealth across cultures. Ancient Chinese royalty believed pearls fell from the sky when dragons fought among the clouds. Roman women adorned themselves with pearls as the ultimate status symbol—Julius Caesar even passed laws restricting pearl-wearing to the ruling classes. In the Renaissance, pearls were so coveted that they appeared in nearly every royal portrait.
Unlike mined gemstones, pearls form when a mollusk secretes layer upon layer of nacre around an irritant, creating that signature lustrous surface. Freshwater pearls, like those in these earrings, are cultivated in rivers and lakes, offering a more accessible way to own this ancient treasure while maintaining the same organic beauty and iridescent glow.
Perfect for:
- Everyday elegance with timeless sophistication
- Pearl collectors seeking unique color and artisan settings
- June birthdays (pearl is a June birthstone)
- Gifts that carry centuries of symbolic meaning
Material & Craftsmanship
Handcrafted in the USA with genuine freshwater pearls, natural garnets, and oxidized sterling silver. The ornate bead caps and post backs are carefully selected to complement the soft pink pearls. Measures approximately 1½" in length.
As with all natural gemstones and pearls, each piece displays unique characteristics in color, luster, and surface texture. Your earrings will be one-of-a-kind.
