Solid 9 Karat Yellow Gold and Lapis Lazuli 'Cubo' Long Earrings These bashful minimalist drop earrings combine deep-blue lapis lazuli cubes with our long solid 9-karat yellow gold twisted ear wires. The 6mm square cubes of natural lapis lazuli gently dangle on their 9 karat yellow gold ear wires with twisted detailing. Carefree pieces to wear year-round. Fun fact: Lapis lazuli is the perfect gift for September birthdays in the UK, and December birthdays in the USA. Each cube is hand-selected for colour and quality in our Dublin studio and paired with our handmade twisted ear wires in solid 9-karat yellow gold. History: Lapis lazuli literally means blue rock. It is rarely solid blue but rather has white spots of calcite (the fewer the better) and even some fine brassy flecks of pyrite. Lapis Lazuli has been mined in North-Eastern Afghanistan region for over 6000 years, and is still the major source of lapis lazuli today. Lightweight and comfortable to wear these super versatile lapis lazuli earrings will easily go from casual daywear to elegant evening wear. Quirky yet elegant they will fit perfectly with any outfit in your wardrobe. Metaphysical properties: Known as the stone of truth, lapis lazuli stimulates objectivity, clarity and encourages creativity. Lapis lazuli helps to confront and speak one's truth and inspires confidence. Wear these earrings on their own or pair them with our matching necklaces. These edgy and fashionable earrings are wonderful as a gift for someone you love, or for yourself. All my jewellery is handmade by me in my Dublin studio using traditional goldsmithing techniques. I use fair trade gold where possible and love to recycle old jewellery into a new piece to be cherished and worn. As gemmologist, I carefully select gems to delight the wearer. I work with a network of trusted small producers so I stay close to the source. Product details: Metal: Solid 9-karat yellow gold Fittings: Stud fitting with plastic stoppers Earring length: 40 mm Gem: Lapis Lazuli, 6mm cube*Please note that these are natural materials and no two cubes are identical. There are likely to be slight variances in shape and colour from the earrings shown in the photos.  Packaging: Our jewellery is carefully packed in our soft-touch branded gift boxes, wrapped in tissue and posted in a sturdy bubble envelope. We include a branded bag for you to present your gift in on the day. Shipping: All items are shipped Free with worldwide shipping and insurance via AnPost, DHL, or FedEx. Thank you for visiting. Please contact us with any questions. Kind regards,Nicole