Faceted Black Onyx Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings

There is a particular kind of confidence that belongs to darkness made luminous. Faceted black onyx, cut to catch and fracture light, cascades in a chandelier silhouette that measures 2.25 inches (approximately 5.7 cm) in height and just under an inch (approximately 2.4 cm) in width. The setting is sterling silver, its cool, bright finish acting as a deliberate foil to the deep, lacquered black of the stones. Chandelier earrings in this tradition owe much to the north Indian sensibility for layered, tiered ornament, where weight and movement are considered together rather than separately. At 11.3 grams the pair carries a satisfying presence without becoming burdensome. The geometric faceting of each onyx bead ensures the earring is never flat or static; it shifts with the wearer, catching light from multiple planes, restrained in colour yet quietly theatrical in form. Wear these against the open neck of an ivory silk kurta for an evening gathering where the contrast between stone and fabric does all the necessary speaking. They are equally at ease with a structured black linen blazer for a formal daytime occasion, where the monochromatic pairing becomes almost architectural. Free size with a standard stud or hook closure, these earrings require no adjustment and suit most ear types. Sterling silver ages gracefully with occasional polishing; the black onyx, being a hard and stable stone, resists everyday wear with ease. A piece intended to be reached for often.

Details

• Material: Sterling Silver
• Dimensions: 2.25 inch Height X 0.95 inch Width
• Weight: 11.3 g
• SKU: LDF089