14K Gold Malachite Studs - Omega Clip, 12x16mm Oval

Malachite Stud Earrings - Banded Green Cabochons in Solid Gold

One oval malachite cabochon on each ear, 11.5 x 15.5mm of stone and 12 x 16mm including the gold, domed and polished so the bands run in soft light and dark stripes across the surface. No two are alike, and these two are close but not identical - malachite grows in layers and every cabochon cuts a different section through them. The pair weighs 6.32 grams in 14k solid gold, hallmarked 585 on the back.

Two details are worth pointing out. The bezel is not plain: its outer rim carries a fine chased pattern, cut by hand, which catches light where a smooth edge would go flat. And the fitting is an omega clip with a post through it - the hinged lever folds up behind the lobe and grips. That means these suit pierced and unpierced ears equally, which is unusual, and it holds a stone of this size far more securely than a butterfly back.

FAQs

1. Can I wear these if my ears are not pierced?
Yes. The omega clip closes behind the lobe and holds on its own. If your ears are pierced, the post goes through as normal and the clip adds security on top. That dual fitting is one of the best things about this pair.

2. Is the malachite natural?
Yes, natural malachite, not reconstituted or dyed. You can see it in the banding: the stripes are irregular and continue over the curve of the dome, which is what a solid natural cabochon does and a pressed imitation does not.

3. How large are they on the ear?
12 x 16mm overall - a clear oval that fills the lobe. Substantial without being a drop, and at 6.32 grams for the pair they sit comfortably.

4. Will the two stones match exactly?
No, and they are not meant to. Malachite is banded, so each cabochon shows its own pattern. These two were chosen to sit well together in tone and stripe width rather than to be identical.

5. How should I care for them?
See the note above - malachite is soft and acid-sensitive. Wipe with a barely damp cloth, dry immediately, keep away from perfume, chemicals, heat and ultrasonic cleaners, and store separately so harder stones cannot scratch it. For the gold, see our Gold Care Card, and our hallmark guide explains the 585 mark.

How to Style the Malachite Studs

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