Lorette Emerald Figurehead Cameo Earrings-Hannah Blount Jewelry
Lorette Emerald Figurehead Cameo Earrings-Hannah Blount Jewelry
One of a Kind

Lorette Emerald Figurehead Cameo Earrings

Refined and classic drops of rich emerald possess inky inclusions that evoke the elegance of Henri Matisse's Lorette in a Green Robe against a Black Background. The handmade, one-of-a-kind pair of emerald Ladies feature 18k gold that adds a warm contrast to the viridescent gemstones.

12ct emerald Cameo earrings. Available in 18k gold. Approximately 7x18mm.

$1,270.00

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About The Gemstone

Emerald gemstones are a green variety of the beryl mineral, which also includes aquamarine. Some gemstone dealers refer to the inclusions of emeralds as the jardin, or garden. HBJ loves emeralds for their complex inclusions, facets, and rich, green hues that embody Mother Nature's favorite season: spring.
MOHs Hardness: 7.5-8 but brittle due to common inclusions.
Origins: Various
Care: Emeralds are a relatively hard gemstone, but due to their inclusions they are brittle: avoid knocking or dropping them onto hard surfaces.To clean your emerald piece, use warm water with mild soap and a soft toothbrush or cloth. Do not use a steam cleaner or ultrasonic cleaner.
Healing Properties: Emeralds are believed to promote compassion, healing, and abundance.
Treatment: All emeralds are oiled unless otherwise stated. This treatment is a centuries old industry standard.
Birthstone: May
Anniversary: 20th

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The Story of Cameo

The hand-carved, formidable female faces of the Cameo collection aim to empower women with meditative and eerie adornments. Each Lady is a love letter to art nouveau and a symbol of the soft power, strength, femininity, and perseverance found in all who identify as a woman. These contemporary Cameos are often paired with repurposed diamonds, baroque pearls, naturalistic gemstones, bright silver, and 18k gold. Eerie yet elegant, tranquil, and enlightened: the Cameo collection offers talisman of empowerment and connection to herstories yet to be written. Shop the full Cameo Collection. 

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