Studded Cubic Zirconia Hooplet Earrings

Highlights

• Studded hooplet styling joins a hoop motif with round red cubic zirconia.
• Prong settings leave more of each stone open than a closed setting.

Good to Know

• Cubic zirconia is a laboratory-grown stone cut to facet proportions used for fine gemstones.
• The surface finish on rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass) is a layer over the base metal.
• Polishing compounds and dips can thin the surface layer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the metal solid or plated?

The piece is rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass). Rhodium is a bright white, reflective metal used as a plating finish, while the lead-free alloy beneath gives the earrings their shape and weight as their base.

What does the 2 (mm) stone measurement refer to?

Each 2 (mm) measurement applies to one accent stone, not the whole piece. The round red cubic zirconia is held in prong settings, which grip a stone at a few points and leave the rest open so light can reach it from the sides.

How to Care for Your Studded Cubic Zirconia Hooplet Earrings

1. Clean the rhodium plated over lead free alloy (brass) with soap, water, and a soft cloth.
2. Avoid polishing compounds and dips, which can thin the surface layer.