Smithsonian Institution Exclusive
Description
Simply timeless. Elegant teardrops of 10x14mm lapis lazuli grace these artisan Handmade Lapis Teardrop Pierced Earrings—jeweling the double-frame dangle earrings. Sterling silver settings and findings. Made in India.
This jewelry item comes packaged in a white box (pictured).
Museum Story
Highly valued since the time of ancient civilizations, semiprecious lapis lazuli is curated by the Smithsonian's National Gem and Mineral Collection at our National Museum of Natural History. The collection's more than 375,000 specimens include a number of oval lapis cabochons, the largest weighing 117.7 carats.
Details
1.25"l.
