Achilles Carnelian Earrings

STORY Our founder Alessandro Ricevuto studied classic Greek at high school and keeps a deep passion for the Greco-Roman era. Handmade by wax molding technique, these earrings feature bloody red carnelian gemstones from which the coins depicting the Greek hero Achilles gently drops, enriched with sparkling AAA grade white zircons. A reminder to be brave and strong even in the deepest hours.  MATERIALS 8 mm. Carnelian 18k Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver. An additional layer of palladium plating is applied to protect gold from natural oxidation of silver.   MEASUREMENTS Drop: 1.5'' / 3 cm.  Origin Handmade in our studios in Naples, Italy.