Marrakesh Gold Chandelier Earrings

An exotic and intoxicating combination of colored gems! Olivine jade are uniquely wrapped in gold wire. Bright red rubies and vibrant orange carnelian briolettes dangle and dance below. Measure 2 1/4". Leverback earwires. 14k gold fill.About carnelian: A bright orange, reddish-orange, or reddish-brown colored gemstone from the Quartz family. Carnelian has a long and storied past, and was once considered strictly the property of the noble class. People holding a high social status were often buried with this gem stone. Carnelian (also sometimes referred to as cornelian) is found primarily in India, as well as various sites in South America.About Olivine Jade: Olivine Jade is somewhat translucent and color ranges from a light olive to a deep forest green. Both beautiful and durable, jade has been used since prehistoric times for its ornamental and practical qualities. Since at least 2950 BC, jade has been treasured in China as the royal gemstone, yu. The word yu is used in Chinese to cal