Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia & Cultured Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings

Graceful and refined, you will be mesmerized by the beauty of this pair. Crafted from polished rhodium plated sterling silver, these elegant earrings each feature 96 round faceted cut 1.4-1.6mm cubic zirconia stones in prong settings and one gray oval shaped 12.2mm cultured Chinese freshwater pearl. Measuring 1-13/16"L x 9/16"W with secure butterfly backs, these wonderful earrings have a total cubic zirconia weight of approximately 5.31ct.Complete the look with the matching pendant J308672.About Cultured PearlsCultured and natural pearls can be distinguished from imitation pearls by rubbing them gently against the edge of a tooth. Cultured and natural pearls will feel slightly rough, like fine sandpaper, because of the texture of natural nacre (the layers of natural minerals that create the pearl). Imitations will feel quite smooth because their surfaces are merely molded or painted on smooth beads. Since nacre is organic, pearls are quite ?soft? and rank only a 2.5-4.5 on the Mohs Scale . The gems are very sensitive and special care should be taken when wearing and storing them. All weights pertaining to diamond weights are minimum weights. Additionally, please note that many gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty. Click here for important information about gemstone enhancements and special care requirements.