Genuine crushed lapis lazuli and flecks of golden pyrite, suspended in a large hand-poured oval crystal. Lapis is the deep royal blue that ancient Egypt ground into pigment and Renaissance painters saved for the robes of saints a blue with no substitute, then or now. The pyrite runs through it in small gold sparks, the way lapis has always come out of the ground.
At this scale, the stone gets to be the whole point. There's enough surface here to see the depth in the blue and the way the pyrite catches at different angles, which is exactly what a smaller crystal can't give you. Every one is poured by hand, so the stone falls differently in each pair and no two are ever alike.
The hook is 14k gold filled a warm gold against the royal blue, and comfortable enough on the ear that you'll forget it's there. Gold filled means a durable finish that won't change color or irritate, so it's a safer choice for sensitive ears.
Royal blue and gold is a combination that has never once been out of season, and this is a statement piece you can wear to a wedding in June or under a coat in January. 75mm long.
- No green skin
- Real stones
- Scratched it? I will restore it
- Handmade to order, ships within 5 business days
- Free standard shipping on orders over $135
- Wrong size? Exchanges are free (US orders)
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- Gemstones: Genuine crushed lapis lazuli and pyrite
- Setting: Hand-poured glass-like resin, gold plated crystal frame
- Metal: 14k gold filled ear hooks, safe for sensitive ears
- Size: 55mm long
- Hand-poured, so no two pairs are alike
14k Gold Filled
Gold filled is not plating. A thick layer of solid 14k gold is bonded to a jeweler's brass core under heat and pressure, so the piece carries about 100 times more gold than a thin flash plate. That is why it holds its color through daily wear instead of rubbing thin at the edges.
925 Sterling Silver
Solid sterling, bright and cool against the skin. I also offer an oxidized finish, a soft blackened patina that deepens the look of a stack and sits beautifully next to your gold pieces.
Signature Crystals
This is the part I also make by hand. Semi-precious gemstones, real dried botanicals, and Swarovski crystals, arranged one at a time and sealed under UV stable resin that stays glass-clear rather than yellowing. Because the elements are natural, no two are ever exactly alike.
Made in My Florida Studio
I make every piece to order in my studio here in Florida. Small differences in flower placement, stone color, or the depth of a crystal are part of the design, not a flaw.
Made for Sensitive Ears and Skin
My fashion studs use surgical steel posts and backs, chosen for ears that react to almost everything else.
Artisan Frames (Pendants and Earrings)
The statement frames are lead free and nickel free brass, finished with a heavy gold plate for a rich, high-shine luster.
Handmade to order: Your piece is made for you after you order and ships within 5 business days.
Custom sizes: For a size you don't see listed, please allow up to 14 days.
Need it by a certain date? Leave a note in your bag or email kate@katekoel.com. I can often rush an order or suggest a piece that's ready to ship right away.
We want you to love your jewelry. Because every piece is handmade to order, we kindly ask that you choose with care.
Risk-Free Exchanges: Wrong size? No problem. Exchanges are free for US orders, and we cover shipping both ways.
Easy Returns: 14 days to decide. We provide the label; you stay on the couch. A $10 label fee applies to refunds.
Not sure about your size? Read our guide on how to measure your ring size at home before ordering.
You can also order a professional ring sizer before choosing your rings.
Look closer
Everything inside your crystal, set by hand.
- Real lapis lazuli
- Natural flecks of pyrite
- Glass-like resin, no yellowing
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SENSITIVE SKIN FRIENDLY -
REAL GEMSTONES & Swarovski Crystals -
14k GOLD FILLED or Sterling Silver -
Hand Made To Order
Gold filled, vermeil, plated: what's the difference?
It all comes down to how much real gold you're wearing.
Gold plated
A thin film of gold over brass or copper. It can wear through with everyday wear.
Gold vermeil
Gold over sterling silver, at least 2.5 microns thick. Better than plating, still a coating.
14k gold filledWhat you get
A thick layer of solid 14k gold bonded to a brass core. About 100 times more gold than plating, so it holds its color through daily wear.
Gold layers enlarged so you can see the difference.
Questions
Are these real stones?
Yes. Each piece holds real lapis lazuli chips with their natural flecks of pyrite, arranged by hand and sealed under glass-like resin.
Will the resin turn yellow?
No. I use a high quality, UV stable resin, so it stays clear over time. It can scratch if it rubs against a rough surface. If that happens, email me and I will resurface it for you.
Are they safe for sensitive ears?
Yes. Studs have 316L surgical steel posts, a common choice for sensitive ears, and some styles come with 14k gold filled or sterling silver ear wires.
Can I shower with them on?
Please take them off first. The frames are brass with a heavy gold or rhodium plate, so they last longest when you remove them before showering or heavy-duty activities.
