Chalcedony Earrings
Product Details
30 Days Returns
Arrives Gift-Wrapped
Free shipping on orders over $150
1 year warranty
Hand-made in CO
Complete the look:
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%
Arrives Ready to give
All pieces arrive wrapped, with tissue and gift bag and silver polishing cloth.
FAQ - Chalcedony Dangle Earrings
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What is chalcedony and is it a natural gemstone?
Yes. Chalcedony is a natural microcrystalline variety of quartz found worldwide. The pale blue variety used in jewelry is one of its most recognized forms and has been used in adornment since ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt. Its soft translucency is entirely natural.
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What is the difference between chalcedony and blue lace agate?
Both are varieties of chalcedony, but blue lace agate displays characteristic banding or lacy patterning within the stone, while plain chalcedony has a more uniform, milky translucency without visible layers. Blue chalcedony tends to have a smoother, more serene appearance.
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What zodiac sign is associated with chalcedony?
Chalcedony is most closely associated with Cancer and Sagittarius. It is considered a stone of calm communication and emotional balance, qualities that resonate with Cancer's nurturing sensitivity and Sagittarius's open, truth-seeking nature.
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Is chalcedony durable enough for earrings?
Yes. Chalcedony has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7 and is well-suited to earrings, which experience less contact wear than rings or bracelets. With basic care, genuine chalcedony holds its color and surface quality well over time.
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How do I care for chalcedony earrings?
Clean with mild soap and warm water, avoid ultrasonic cleaners, and remove before swimming or applying perfume and lotion. Store separately from harder gems that could scratch the surface. Chalcedony is relatively stable but benefits from gentle handling.
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Do these earrings come gift-ready?
Every order arrives in our signature eco-friendly gift box with a soft travel pouch, tissue, and a blank notecard. No additional wrapping is needed.
More Details
Chalcedony Dangle Earrings
Not every stone announces itself. Chalcedony earrings are the kind of piece that earns a second look, pale blue-gray with a soft, milky translucency that feels genuinely calm to look at, held in a sculptural bezel with just enough organic texture to feel genuinely handmade. The more time you spend with them, the more they give back.
Chalcedony is associated with calm, emotional balance, and open-hearted communication. Whether you are gifting them to someone drawn to the stone's particular beauty, marking a personal milestone, or choosing a piece that feels intentional rather than obvious, these earrings carry meaning without announcing it. They resonate with Cancer, Sagittarius. Suspended from sculpted shepherd's hooks, they hang at 2 inches and move with you, balanced for all-day wear from the first time you put them on.
Each pair is made to order in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, in your choice of sterling silver, 14K gold-fill, rose gold-fill, or oxidized sterling silver. The result is an earring that feels like it belongs somewhere between artisan craft and refined design, as well suited to a cashmere sweater as a structured blazer.
Why You'll Love It
- A meaningful gift that feels personal and considered rather than pulled off a shelf. The natural stone, the handcrafted setting, and the made-to-order detail all communicate care.
- Lightweight shepherd's hooks designed for all-day comfort, from morning through evening without a second thought.
- The slightly organic bezel texture gives each pair a handcrafted character that sets them apart from both fast-fashion styles and more sterile fine jewelry alternatives.
- Four metal options, including recycled sterling silver and 14K gold-fill, let you tailor the piece to your taste or your recipient's wardrobe.
- Every order arrives gift-ready in eco-friendly packaging with a soft travel pouch, so no extra wrapping is needed.
Product Details
- Gemstone: Genuine chalcedony, 11 to 15mm
- Drop length: 2 in. from the ear
- Closure: Sculpted shepherd's hooks
- Metal: Sterling silver, 14K gold-fill, rose gold-fill, or oxidized sterling silver
- Handmade in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
About This Stone
Chalcedony is a microcrystalline variety of quartz that occurs in a broad range of colors, but the pale blue-gray variety used in these earrings is the form most associated with calm, clarity, and a kind of quietly beautiful restraint. Its milky translucency is distinct from the clean sparkle of faceted blue topaz or the saturated hue of sapphire, it is softer, more diffuse, more reminiscent of a winter sky than a summer ocean. Chalcedony has been carved and polished for jewelry since antiquity, prized by ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians for both its aesthetic qualities and its associations with communication and emotional ease. For the shopper who finds oversaturated color exhausting and gravitates toward pieces that feel considered rather than loud, a genuine chalcedony earring in an artisan setting is a rare and deliberate find.