Earthy and inviting. Dreamy peridot, olivine jade, and chrome diopside are wrapped onto hand forged silver hoops. The perfect pop of color. Handmade Shepherd hook earwires. Measure just over 1 1/2”. Sterling silver, which has been oxidized and hand polished for an antique finish.

About Peridot: Also known as an Evening Emerald. This lovely transparent yellowish green to deep chartreuse stone was a favorite of the ancients, who considered it quite a powerful gem. It is known as the stone of compassion. It is believed to bring good health, restful sleep, and peace to relationships through the balancing of emotions. It’s color is thought to inspire creativity, attract love, and calms anger by giving renewal to all things. Peridot is the birthstone for August.

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 call something precious, as in English we use gold. 

About Chrome Diopside: This gemstone was only recently discovered in Eastern Siberia. Chrome Diopside gets its color from the mineral chromium and ranges in color from bright green to almost black. It is thought this stone is able to improve intellect and encourages one to learn. It has been used to alleviate aggression and stubbornness while enhancing love and commitment.

Your jewelry will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a small box. Multiple items will be combined, unless separate boxes are requested. If this is a gift being shipped directly to the recipient, please let me know. I will be glad to include a note from you.