The listing, NEW REAL GOLD! Black Hills Gold 10K and 12K and 14K gold Earrings has ended.
These beautiful earrings are new and on the original card marked $39.99 retail. They are 1/2" long and have 14 karat gold earring posts and backs. The leaves are 12 karat gold.
These would be a beautiful gift, or addition to your jewelry collection. I also have a lovely Black Hills Gold rose necklace in another auction.
What makes a piece of jewelry Black Hills Gold? It has the unique traditional design comprised of pink and green gold leaves, gold grape clusters and vines and it must, by law, be manufactured in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
How are the green and pink-colored gold leaves made? Pure 24 karat yellow gold is alloyed with silver to create the vibrant green, and is alloyed with copper to make the dazzling pink. The resulting alloy is a more durable 12 karat gold.
What karat is Black Hills Gold? Nearly all pieces, regardless of manufacturer, are comprised of 10 karat yellow gold (ring shanks, pendant and earring bases), 12 karat pink and green gold (leaves, roses, hearts, butterflies etc..), 14 karat gold earring posts and complimentary gold-filled (1/20 12 karat) 18" chains for pendants.