Magical labradorite stone sparkles in these filigree design earrings with a hanging silver drop. This classic piece contains a high-quality gemstone. Associated with the Third Eye Chakra, Labradorite is known as a stone of insight and intuition.
- Labradorite gemstone teardrop earrings
- Made of sterling silver with premium rhodium plating
- Drop length is about 1.25" + hook, and 0.6" wide
- Natural gemstones, organic variations in color and texture may be present
- Earrings do not come with backing stoppers. Please consider adding them depending on your preference
About the Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver: This exquisite piece is crafted from sterling silver, marked with a 925 stamp, and plated in rhodium. Rhodium is not only rare but also more valuable than gold, making it a highly sought-after metal. The rhodium plating not only boosts durability but also imparts a lustrous, oxidized finish, adding a touch of refined elegance.
design: A teardrop-cut labradorite cabochon sits within an ornate filigree bezel of scrolling silver vines and beaded edges, finishing in a smooth silver drop below.
size: Drop length approximately 1.25" plus ear hook, approximately 0.6" wide.
material: Sterling silver with premium rhodium plating, natural labradorite gemstone.
features: Filigree bezel setting, teardrop-cut labradorite cabochon, hanging silver drop accent, rhodium-plated finish, 925 sterling silver, fishhook earwire
care: Store away from moisture and direct sunlight, and wipe gently with a soft cloth to preserve the rhodium finish.
disclaimer: As natural gemstones, each labradorite cabochon carries its own organic variations in color, flash, and texture.
Meaning & Intention
Labradorite is often called the stone of the seer, prized for the way its surface seems quiet and grey until it catches the light and reveals flashes of blue, green, and gold. Ancient Inuit legend held that the stone formed when the Northern Lights were struck and trapped within rock along the Labrador coast, which is how it earned its name and its reputation for holding a bit of sky inside stone.
Worn close to the temple and cheekbone, labradorite is traditionally associated with the Third Eye Chakra, the energy center linked to insight, perception, and inner knowing. This filigree setting, worked in intricate scrollwork reminiscent of Balinese silversmithing, echoes the winding, layered nature of intuition itself, thought curling in on thought until clarity emerges.
The teardrop shape of both the stone and its silver drop reinforces a sense of fluid movement, as if wisdom is something that flows rather than arrives all at once. Together, the design suggests a piece meant not just to catch the eye, but to catch the light of one's own inner awareness.
Slipped on before a morning of decisions or an evening of quiet reflection, these earrings offer a small, wearable reminder to trust what you sense before you can fully explain it. Their subtle shimmer moves with you throughout the day, a gentle nudge back toward intuition whenever the mind grows loud.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to intuitive, meaningful jewelry with an artisan, bohemian character
- Purpose: Everyday wear, meditation practice, intuition work, gifting
- Suggested Mantra: I trust my inner knowing
- Intention: Intuition, Insight, Clarity
- Chakra Connection: Third Eye
- Gemstone: Labradorite
- Metal: Rhodium-plated sterling silver
Labradorite is prized in crystal traditions as a stone of insight and intuition, its shifting flashes of color said to mirror the mind's own movement between logic and instinct. Many turn to it during periods of change or decision-making, valuing it as a companion for looking inward before looking out.
Questions & Guidance
What gemstone is used in these earrings?
Each earring features a natural teardrop-cut labradorite cabochon, known for its subtle flash of color within a grey-green base.
What metal are these earrings made of?
They're crafted from sterling silver stamped 925 and finished with a rhodium plating for extra shine and durability.
Do these earrings come with backing stoppers?
No, they do not include backing stoppers. Consider adding your own if you prefer extra security while wearing them.
Will the color of my labradorite match the photo exactly?
Since labradorite is a natural gemstone, each piece has its own organic variation in color, pattern, and flash, so slight differences from the photo are expected.
How should I care for the rhodium plating?
Keep them dry, store them away from direct sunlight, and clean gently with a soft cloth to help the lustrous finish last.
