Beautiful blush pink natural Morganite(.25tcw, VS, Africa) hand set in sterling silver wrapped in 14K Yellow Gold earring studs. Morganite is the pretty, peachy-pink variety of beryl, cousin to more familiar beryls like emerald and aquamarine. Morganite's beautiful, ladylike colors are a result of the presence of manganese or cesium. Morganite was first discovered in California in the early 20th century and soon thereafter in Madagascar. Though there are also small deposits in Brazil, Mozambique, Namibia, Afghanistan, and Russia, quality morganite remains relatively rare. In fact, ironically, morganite's rarity keeps it relatively affordable, since there aren't enough standard-sized stones available for use in manufactured jewelry. Widespread use and exposure could increase morganite's popularity, then its demand, and then its price. Recently the Cor de Rosa mine was closed as the tantalum has mined out. Morganite was only mined as a by product of the tantalum used in cell phones, & computers. This will only increase the rarity & price of morganite. This item can be precious metal wrapped. Please ask questions.I'm a home based small seller. All my items are one of a kind handmade pieces. I do not buy pre made of mass manufactured finished items. If you want something that looks like it came from a major jewelry store then please go there. If you want one of a kind,Individual,artistic, and unique pieces then look through my store. ,RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d71f%2B0a7%3E-14a673221bb-0x110-->