Red Jade and Gold Hoop Earrings

A pair of cheerful red jade and 14 karat gold hoop earrings. Jadeite jade is most commonly seen in shades of green, but it comes in a veritable rainbow of colors. These vintage earrings are a warm red -a lovely bright hue - with mottled texture. Jade is a mineral known for its excellent toughness (resistance to breakage) due to its structure composed of interlocking small crystals. Each hoop takes the shape of a 3/4 ring, capped on either side with a 14 karat gold piece.  Earrings are complete with a pair of 14k gold friction backs.

More details:

29.8mm front to back, 20.3mm front to back (inside of hoop,) 29.6mm top to bottom, 4.8mm thick

Excellent condition - one earring has a slightly flattened edge along the back of the bezel - see detail photos. This is not noticeable when worn.

14k (stamped)

8.1 grams

All purchases arrive in a gift box, wrapped with a ribbon.