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Y&R Herkimer Diamond Crystal Quartz Wire Wrapped Earrings
These stunning genuine semi-precious gemstone earrings feature wire-wrapped Herkimer "diamond" crystals and gold-dipped crystal quartz. They measure approximately 2-1/2" in length and have a gold-filled, hypoallergenic modern ear wire.
These stunning earrings were gifted to the wardrobe stylist of the Young & the Restless for consideration of use on the show.
Your earrings arrive tastefully packaged in Abrau Jewelry's signature new drawer style box.
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- What are Herkimer Diamonds?
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Note: Photos have been enlarged to show detail. Please see the dimensions in the "measurements" tab to ensure your desired size.
Earring Dimensions:
Approx. 2" length
Herkimer diamonds are not actually diamonds, but double-terminated crystals discovered within exposed outcrops of dolomite in and around Herkimer County, New York and the Mohawk River Valley. The "diamond" in their name is due to both their clarity and natural faceting - crystals possess double termination points and 18 total faces (six on each point, six around the center). Because the first discovery sites were in the village of Middleville and in the city of Little Falls, respectively, the crystal is also known as a Middleville diamond or a Little Falls diamond.
Herkimer diamonds became widely recognized after workmen discovered them in large quantities while cutting into the Mohawk River Valley dolomite in the late 18th century. Geologists discovered exposed dolomite in Herkimer County outcroppings and began mining there, leading to the "Herkimer diamond" moniker. Double-point quartz crystals may be found in sites around the world, but only those mined in Herkimer County can be given this name.
- Out of Stock and Special Order items will ship when available.
- As these are made to order, please allow up to 7 days before shipment.
Measurements:
Note: Photos have been enlarged to show detail. Please see the dimensions in the "measurements" tab to ensure your desired size.
Earring Dimensions:
Approx. 2" length
What are Herkimer Diamonds?
Herkimer diamonds are not actually diamonds, but double-terminated crystals discovered within exposed outcrops of dolomite in and around Herkimer County, New York and the Mohawk River Valley. The "diamond" in their name is due to both their clarity and natural faceting - crystals possess double termination points and 18 total faces (six on each point, six around the center). Because the first discovery sites were in the village of Middleville and in the city of Little Falls, respectively, the crystal is also known as a Middleville diamond or a Little Falls diamond.
Herkimer diamonds became widely recognized after workmen discovered them in large quantities while cutting into the Mohawk River Valley dolomite in the late 18th century. Geologists discovered exposed dolomite in Herkimer County outcroppings and began mining there, leading to the "Herkimer diamond" moniker. Double-point quartz crystals may be found in sites around the world, but only those mined in Herkimer County can be given this name.
Additional Details:
- Out of Stock and Special Order items will ship when available.
- As these are made to order, please allow up to 7 days before shipment.
