Herkimer Diamonds are double terminated quartz that are found in Herkimer, NY as well as other places in the US. Double terminated means that the quartz crystal comes to a point at each end. Each herkimer diamond has 18 facets which helps to create a beautiful luster. Since each herkimer diamond is found naturally no two will ever be the same which allows for a truly unique piece. These earrings pair perfectly with the other herkimer pieces in our shop!
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♥ Please choose your metal finish in the drop down boxes.
MATERIAL (based on your preference):
♥ 22 gauge Sterling Silver / 14K Gold Filled / 14K Rose Gold Filled Wire for the hoop
♥ Coordinating ear wire
♥ 5-7 mm Herkimer Diamond Quartz Crystal
♥ No two herkimer crystals are the same and some will have black natural inclusions
♥ Clear rubber stay put backing
♥ About 1.5" from the top of the ear wire to the bottom
PROCESS:
♥ Each 22 gauge hoop is cut, filed, soldered and textured into a ring.
♥ A herkimer diamond is then threaded onto the ring.
♥ The ear wire is hand forged and then attached to the earring pendant.
♥ The entire earring is tumbled for 8+ hours.
♥ Tumbling polishes, clears away any debris/oxidation and hardens the metal.