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Contrasting with dark curves of cubic zirconia, ovals of natural quartz glitter in the light. Gemstone Jewelry of Southern Brazil presents these exotic drop earrings, which are crafted from 18k gold plated bronze with black rhodium accents.

Glistening gemstones align with chakra energies on the basis of their color, inspiring these pinwheel earrings from Alok Jain. In Sanskrit, chakra refers to an energy vortex through which vital universal forces are channeled, and there are believed to be seven in the human body. When all seven are aligned the person feels a healthy sense of well being. This pair of sterling silver earrings includes amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, clear quartz , and carnelian. The clear and light purple stones are associated with the 7th chakra (awareness and wisdom); the purple, violet and indigo gems with 6th chakra (insight and perception), and the blue or light blue with the 5th, that of communication and truth. Green and pink stones for love and compassion, linked to the heart, on the 4th chakra. For inner power and will, the 3rd chakra is associated with yellow gems whereas emotion and sexuality are linked to red and orange gems for the 2nd chakra. Black gems are used to stimulate the 1st chakra, that of stability and security.

.925 Sterling silver.

Thought to encourage pureness of heart, harmony and love, crystal quartz is dazzling in earrings by Liliam Vivan. The simplicity of her design focuses all attention on the beautiful Brazilian gems. They nestle in sterling silver settings and hang from polished posts.

Crystal quartz is an alternate birthstone for Aries.

Handcrafted by Matta of Thailand, these versatile drop earrings feature polished beads of clear quartz suspended on sterling silver hooks. Quartz, considered the king of crystals, is thought to clear mind, body, and spirit of clutter, inspiring personal growth.

Gleaming lemon quartz cabochons are held captive by sterling silver cones in these drop earrings from India's Neha Virmani. The quartz is polished to a smooth finish that echoes the high polish of the silver.

Crystalline beads of white quartz glisten like dew against the midnight black of onyx. Exalting their contrast, Neeru Goel designs contemporary earrings. Silver embraces the elegant gemstones that total 4 carats.

.925 Sterling silver