Care Instructions
How do I take care of my jewelry?
14K Gold
Scrub lightly with a fresh toothbrush and warm water. You can also buff your pieces using the cloth included in your order.
Sterling Silver
Gently rub the surface with the cloth included in your order.
Do you have a warranty?
Yes! For 1 year from the date of purchase, we’ll take care of your product. Simply contact us and we’ll figure out the best way to repair.
Please note: This warranty does not cover lost items, scratches that come with normal wear and tear, improper use or storage of your product, and any modification to your product done by a third party.
How do I use the polishing cloth?
Gently rub the surface of your piece with the polishing cloth. Never wash the polishing cloth as it will lose its effectiveness, and keep out of reach of children!
Do you create custom pieces?
That is our specialty.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
All orders of in-stock items are dispatched within 2-3 business days. Made to order items take 10 business days.
Order tracking
Tracking numbers are automatically sent as soon as your order is packed. Please check your junk folder if you do not receive one.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about your order, please contact us. Our customer service is available Monday through Friday from 9am until 3pm mt.
Sourcing & Materials
Sustainable stones
GEMS
Our gemstones are sourced from all over the world by erin gallagher personally. Our suppliers are certified by the Responsible Jewelry Council and work to stringent social, ethical and environmental standards.
DIAMONDS
Each diamond is assessed for cut, clarity, color and carat and is hand set. Our diamonds are conflict-free and adhere to the
Kimberley Process and the World Diamond Council's System of Warranties.
Made in the USA
Each piece is hand-made in the US.
Recycled Metals
We are committed to sustainably sourcing our precious metals + stones.
METALS
Every piece is handcrafted with 100% recycled 14-18ct gold and solid sterling silver, reducing CO2 emissions by over 60%
Emerald Stud Earrings: Frequently Asked Questions
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Are these real emeralds?
Yes. Lab-created, AAA grade, chemically and optically identical to mined emeralds. The difference is origin, not quality. AAA grade means selected for the richest, most consistent green color available.
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What is the difference between lab-created and natural emerald?
Lab-created emeralds have the same chemical composition and physical properties as mined emeralds. At 4mm, lab-created AAA stones deliver superior color consistency and clarity compared to natural stones at the same size, which often contain inclusions.
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Can I wear these every day?
Yes. Lab-created emeralds rate 7.5-8 on the Mohs hardness scale, and solid 14K gold maintains its finish through daily wear. These are designed specifically for everyday use.
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What is the May birthstone?
Emerald is the traditional May birthstone. It has been associated with wisdom, love, and renewal since ancient times and is one of the most recognized precious gemstones in the world.
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How long does production take?
Each pair is handcrafted to order. Please allow up to 10 business days for production. In-stock configurations may ship sooner.
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Do they arrive gift-ready?
Yes. Every order arrives in eco-friendly packaging with a travel pouch, gift bag, tissue, notecard, and polishing cloth. No extra wrapping is needed.
More Details
Some earrings you wear for an occasion.
These are the ones you wear every day - and one day realize you never take them out.
The Emerald Stud Earrings feature 4mm round lab-created emeralds, AAA grade, set in solid 14K gold or sterling silver. The size is deliberate: visible and vivid without demanding attention, the kind of earring that works with everything from morning meetings to late dinners and never needs to be reconsidered.
May's birthstone. Handmade in the USA. Arrives gift-ready. Each piece made to order - allow up to 10 business days.
Emerald Stud Earrings in 14K Gold or Sterling Silver
The stud earring is perhaps the most democratic piece in fine jewelry. It belongs to everyone, works with everything, and when it is made well - in a real stone, in real metal - it becomes the earring you reach for automatically, without thinking about it.
These emerge from that tradition. The 4mm round cut maximizes the emerald's vivid green in a size that sits comfortably on the lobe without any heaviness. AAA grade means the stones were selected for depth of color: not too yellow-green, not too blue-green, but that rich, true emerald hue that has been prized since ancient Egypt.
Lab-created emerald was chosen because it delivers this level of color consistency without compromise. Natural emeralds at 4mm often have inclusions that undermine their transparency; lab-created stones at AAA grade are clean, vivid, and optically gorgeous. They are real emeralds - same chemical composition, same physical properties - just grown rather than mined. For someone who wears jewelry every day, that consistency matters.
May's birthstone, emerald resonates with Taurus and Gemini energy and carries associations with wisdom, love, and renewal. A meaningful May birthday gift, a first fine jewelry piece, or the everyday earring that quietly replaces everything else.
Why You'll Love It
- AAA-grade lab-created emeralds with vivid, consistent color and no inclusions clouding the stone's appearance.
- 4mm is the ideal everyday size - present and beautiful without being heavy or distracting.
- Available in 14K yellow, white, or rose gold, and sterling silver - versatile across every wardrobe.
- Emerald symbolizes wisdom, love, and renewal, a meaningful gift for any milestone.
- Solid 14K gold holds its finish and color through years of daily wear.
- A beautiful first fine jewelry purchase, a meaningful May birthday gift, or the everyday earring that replaces everything else.
Product Details
- Gemstone: 4mm round lab-created emerald, AAA grade
- Metal: 14K yellow, white, or rose gold; sterling silver
- Closure: Standard post with push-back
- Handmade in the US
- Made to order - allow up to 10 business days
- Arrives gift-ready in eco-friendly packaging
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Birthstone & Zodiac Connection
Emerald is the May birthstone, associated with wisdom, love, and renewal. It resonates with Taurus and Gemini energy.