{"product_id":"14-carat-onyx-drop-earrings","title":"14 Carat Onyx Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA pair of fourteen carat yellow gold and onyx drop earrings. This is a pair of classic, easy to wear and accessorise earrings that are light and comfortable in the ear for every day. Or, as a simple flash of black for a refined evening look. The post is fronted by an angled and shaped kite shape that has a couple of plain round links that allows the architectural obelisk shape onyx drop with the plain yellow gold stripe running through the center\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnyx has occupied a unique place in women’s jewelry for thousands of years. Prized for its rich, opaque black color and ability to take a high polish, the stone was used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans for everything from seals and amulets to decorative ornaments. Unlike gemstones valued for brilliance or rarity, onyx was admired for its depth, contrast, and striking simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stone experienced a resurgence during the 19th century, particularly in the Victorian era. Following the death of Prince Albert in 1861, black gemstones became closely associated with mourning jewelry, and onyx was widely incorporated into brooches, lockets, earrings, and bracelets. Its dramatic appearance suited the restrained elegance of the period while remaining more durable and accessible than jet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the early 20th century, onyx found a new identity. Designers of the Art Deco movement embraced its bold geometric qualities, pairing black onyx with diamonds, platinum, rock crystal, coral, and jade. The strong contrast between black and white became one of the defining visual signatures of the era. Houses such as Cartier, Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels, and Boucheron frequently employed onyx in highly architectural designs that reflected the modern spirit of the age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, onyx remains a cornerstone of women’s jewelry. Its appeal lies not in fleeting fashion but in its timeless versatility. Whether set in Victorian mourning jewels, Art Deco masterpieces, or contemporary designs, onyx offers a sense of confidence and sophistication that few materials can match. Its deep black surface continues to provide one of jewelry’s most elegant contrasts, allowing both precious metals and gemstones to command attention while retaining a quiet sense of refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-3 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gold has been tested with an XRF gun, and is confirmed as fourteen carat. The original earring backs are also stamped \"14K\". The total drop length is just over 1.2 inches in length. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-3 last:mb-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in America, circa 1970's.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Foundwell","offers":[{"title":"1.2 \/ 0.3","offer_id":47637475066046,"sku":"FWWJ1034","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/2617\/files\/0024-1_cf162b81-772e-48d0-acc2-efed2f51abc9.jpg?v=1781549270","url":"https:\/\/foundwell.com\/products\/14-carat-onyx-drop-earrings","provider":"Foundwell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}