Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Teardrop Pearl Hook Earrings

There is a quietness to a pearl that no other stone can replicate. The teardrop cut of the pearl here is not accidental. That elongated, tapering form has long been favoured by craftsmen working in the lighter traditions of Indian jewellery, where the goal is movement rather than mass. Set in rose gold plated sterling silver, the warm blush of the metal recalls the tint of unbleached silk and sits in natural sympathy with the cool, almost lunar surface of the pearl. Sterling silver at the core gives the piece its substance, while the rose gold plating lends a softness that yellow gold cannot quite achieve. The hook closure follows a clean, minimal line, allowing the teardrop to hang freely and catch light as the wearer moves. At one and a third inches in height (approximately 3.4 cm) and half an inch wide (approximately 1.3 cm), and weighing just under six grams, the earring is light enough for an afternoon and refined enough for an evening. Wear these with a blush or ivory kurta in fine chanderi or georgette for a late-afternoon gathering. They work equally well with a contemporary saree in muted silk, where the rose gold picks up the warmth of the weave. The hook fitting suits most ear piercings without adjustment. At free size with a total weight of 5.94 grams, the pair rests without pulling and requires only a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the plating bright.

Details

• Material: Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver
• Dimensions: 1.35 Inch Height x 0.5 Inch Width
• Weight: 5.94 g
• SKU: LDE809