Lemon quartz and lapiz lazuli earrings

Faceted lemon quartz earrings bezel set in 14k gold plated sterling silver posts with 14k gold fill wire wrapped faceted rubies. The earrings measure approx. 1" L Lemon quartz measure 11mm Lapis lazuli measure 12mm * 12mm ****Gold Filled JewelryUnlike vermeil and gold plated jewelry, gold filled jewelry has a much thicker layer of gold over the base metal, sometimes as much as 100% thicker. This makes a big difference in terms of the jewelry’s ability to resist wear and tear long term. Although the base metal is usually brass or another low-end material, it would be hard to tell the difference between “real” gold and a gold filled piece.