Floral Carved Onyx Post Earrings

These earrings were designed and handmade in our home studio just outside of Seattle, WA. Each piece starts with a high quality gemstone to which a bail is added. A copper bezel is then electroformed around the stone to create a durable bond between metal and stone elements. The entire piece is then sent out to be further plated in silver at a thickness ten times the industry standard. This results in an heirloom quality piece that can be enjoyed for years to come with proper care. Onyx is a striking, banded gemstone known for its smooth, glossy surface and rich, contrasting colors, typically in shades of black, white, and sometimes deep brown or green. It forms as a variety of chalcedony, a mineral in the quartz family, and is often distinguished by its parallel layers of differing colors. Onyx has been prized for thousands of years for its beauty and symbolism, used in everything from jewelry to decorative objects and even ancient carvings. With its sleek appearance and durability, it remains a popular choice for both ornamental and functional uses.