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Aquamarine Hoop Earrings
March birthstone · faceted
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- 14K gold-filled, available in gold only
- Fine hoop earrings, always sold as a pair
- Aquamarine swings freely from a small ring
- Water-resistant, aquamarine has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8
- March birthstone
Handmade in Germany
Genuine aquamarine
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Genuine aquamarine
Lumière: very good
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Gemstone Hoop Earrings: Aquamarine
Each of these gemstone hoop earrings holds an aquamarine, a blue gemstone from the beryl family. Chemically, it is a silicate of beryllium and aluminum, like emerald, except that traces of iron color it blue instead of green. The stone is cut into a rectangle with many small facets. Below the round curve of the hoop, its straight shape forms a clear contrast. It is set in a slim bezel that protects its edges. With a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8, aquamarine is one of the harder gemstones.
Material and Craftsmanship
I make the aquamarine hoops in gold only: the rings and bezels are 14K gold-filled. With this material, a thick layer of 14 karat gold is permanently bonded to a base metal, and it doesn't rub off after a short time the way thin gold plating does. The hoops themselves are delicate and light, so they stay comfortable to wear even for many hours. The aquamarine hangs freely from the hoop on a small ring and swings with every movement. I assemble each pair by hand in my studio in Oberhausen and make sure both stones hang evenly. They are always delivered as a pair: two hoops, each with one stone.
Meaning of Aquamarine
As a birthstone, it belongs to March, and old tales make it a companion of sailors. The world's largest cut aquamarine shows how much it still fascinates people today: the Dom Pedro weighs 10,363 carats and was cut by gem artist Bernd Munsteiner from Idar-Oberstein.
Caring for Your Gemstone Hoop Earrings
Your gemstone hoops are water-resistant. You can keep them in while you shower and swim, but you should give them a quick rinse with clean water after chlorine or salt water. Hairspray and perfume tend to settle in the corners of the setting, so apply both before you put the hoops in.
Open and close the fine hoops carefully so they stay round and the clasp closes cleanly. For cleaning, lukewarm soapy water and a soft brush are all you need, and the brush also reaches the back of the bezel. Afterward, lay the hoops on a cloth to dry and store them closed, away from softer jewelry.
The largest aquamarine
The Dom Pedro weighs 10,363 carats and was cut by Bernd Munsteiner of Idar-Oberstein.
A rectangle in a circle
Below the round curve of the hoop, the rectangular stone creates a clear contrast.
The beryl group
Aquamarine, emerald, and morganite all belong to the beryl mineral group.
According to tradition, sailors took aquamarine on board because it was meant to calm the waves, and today it is the stone of those born in March.
Genuine aquamarines with a faceted rectangular cut
- 14K gold-filled, available in gold only
- Fine hoop earrings, always sold as a pair
- Aquamarine swings freely from a small ring
- Water-resistant, aquamarine has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8
- March birthstone
The Lumière Factor is my transparent assessment of each stone's play of light. Each stone is rated in 4 categories of 0 to 25 points each.
How the rating works
- Transparency · How clearly does light pass through the stone? Haziness, inclusions, clouds. (max. 25)
- Color Depth · Saturation and vibrancy, dull versus bright, cool versus warm. (max. 25)
- Surface Integrity · Natural shape without chips, intact edges. (max. 25)
- Liveliness · Sparkle and movement in daylight and candlelight. (max. 25)
0–60
Basic
61–75
Good
76–89
Very good
90–100
Exceptional
These hoops
Very good
Transparency
22 / 25
Clear, transparent stone that lets light pass through brightly
Color Depth
18 / 25
Light, fresh sea blue
Surface Integrity
22 / 25
Clean facets and intact edges, securely set
Liveliness
21 / 25
Facets that reflect light with every movement
Total
83 / 100
Germany
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€4.95 · free shipping from €150
Worldwide
5–10 working days
from €6.95 · Europe free from €170
- Handmade for you in 2 to 3 working days, then shipped with DHL and tracking
- Carefully packed in the Handmade Art gift box
- USA €35, rest of the world €10 shipping
On the hoops, a slim gold ring goes through the ear piercing, and the stone swings just below your earlobe. The drop style holds the same aquamarine on an ear hook, so it sits a bit lower. If you like a compact look, choose the hoops.
Small hoops with a stone add color without looking loud. With white, beige and denim, the light blue of the aquamarine really stands out. Together with the aquamarine necklace, they make a calm, coordinated set.
Yes, the hoops always come as a pair. Each hoop holds a rectangular-cut aquamarine in a gold bezel. The ring and the setting are made of 14K gold-filled, which means metal with a thick layer of real gold.
Yes. Water won't harm the hard aquamarine or the 14K gold-filled rings. If you wore them in the pool or the ocean, hold them under fresh water for a moment afterward.
Aquamarine is a beryl, like emerald, and with a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8 it holds up well to everyday wear. Its blue comes from traces of iron and stays stable even in sunlight. The largest cut aquamarine, the Dom Pedro, weighs a remarkable 10,363 carats.
The Difference
Gold-Filled vs. Gold-Plated
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Our Choice
14k Gold-Filled
Standard Jewelry
Gold-Plated
Gold layer
Up to 15% of total weight
Ultra-thin layer
Durability
Lasts many years with good care
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Rarely tarnishes
Discolours quickly
Wear
Keeps its new look
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Gentle on the skin
Can irritate the skin
Value
High quality and long-lasting
Cheaper, but less durable
Durability
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Lasts many years with good care
Gold-Plated
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Rarely tarnishes
Gold-Plated
Discolours quickly
Wear
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Keeps its new look
Gold-Plated
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Gentle on the skin
Gold-Plated
Can irritate the skin
Value
Top
14k Gold-Filled
High quality and long-lasting
Gold-Plated
Cheaper, but less durable
Origin of the stones
Gemstones with a clear conscience.
Every stone has a journey and I want that journey to be fair and transparent.
Carefully selected
Handcrafted
Long-lasting
Durable
Origin · Aquamarine
Handmade in Germany
In Oberhausen, I hang the two aquamarines on their hoops by hand, pair by pair.
Carola
Founder · Designer
The woman behind Handmade Art
Hi, I'm Carola.
I am a biomedical scientist by profession and an artist by profession. In my studio in Oberhausen, I make each necklace by hand, stone by stone, bead by bead.
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Manufacturer Handmade Art by Carola · Carola Schade · Biefangstraße 1, 46149 Oberhausen, Germany · hello@by-carola.com
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