Black Cherry Drop Earrings
- Three gemstones layered to capture that impossible black cherry spectrum.
- Ruby, pink tourmaline, and garnet set in mixed bronze, gold-filled, and sterling silver.
- 2½ inch drop — real movement and drama, still feather-light at 3 grams per earring.
Pick a black cherry at the peak of summer and hold it up to the light. That color — not quite red, not quite purple, something deeper and more secretive than either — is one of the hardest colors in nature to pin down. It shifts. It absorbs light and sends back something warmer. Jewelers have chased it for centuries, and painters have mostly given up.
These earrings don't chase it. They build it. Art by any Means Jewelry, a woman-owned studio on the coast of Rockport, Massachusetts, layers three different gemstones — ruby, pink tourmaline, and garnet — so that each contributes a different register of that elusive red-violet spectrum. The ruby brings fire. The tourmaline brings a rosier, cooler transparency. The garnet anchors everything with the kind of saturated, wine-dark depth that pulls the eye in and holds it there. Set in a mix of bronze, gold-filled, and sterling silver metals, the warm and cool tones play against one another like light through stained glass in late afternoon.
The effect is less "matching stones" and more orchestrated color chord.
At 2½ inches from the top of the ear wire, these have genuine movement and drama — the kind of presence you notice across a room. They weigh just 3 grams per earring, which means they swing and catch the light without ever dragging. The ear wires are hypoallergenic, so extended wear is never a concern.
Handcrafted by Art by any Means Jewelry.
Specifications
- Material: Ruby, pink tourmaline, garnet
- Metal: Bronze, Gold Filled, Sterling Silver
- Length: 2 1/2 inches long, including the ear wire
- Weight: 3 g
- Made in Rockport, Massachusetts
- Economy shipping is FREE with orders of $95 or more.
- All items are kept in stock and ship from our warehouse in North Carolina.
- We personally inspect every single item we sell, pack it by hand, and deliver the boxes to the post office.
- Orders generally ship the day following placement.
- We ship primarily via US Mail, but may use other carriers depending on package value and destination.
- Returns on items not marked Final Sale are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Read the full policy.
THE HAROLD & HAZEL DIFFERENCE
Every piece here has earned its place.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Sterling silver, genuine gemstones, and solid metals — no plastic or cheap materials.
REAL MAKERS
Every artist on this site has been personally verified for their talent and creativity.
LIMITED RUNS
Most pieces are made in small batches. When they're gone, they're often gone for good.
BOLD BY DESIGN
Every item here was chosen because it has color, character, and something to say.
ORCHESTRATED COLOR
Some colors can only be reached by layering — the way a painter glazes transparent pigments to build depth no single hue can achieve. These earrings apply that logic in gemstone, stacking ruby, tourmaline, and garnet into a single, shifting chord of red.
Inspired by the elusive, light-shifting color of black cherries at peak ripeness
Handcrafted in Rockport, Massachusetts by a woman-owned studio
Mixed metals and genuine gemstones — hypoallergenic and built for all-day wear
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Black Cherry Drop Earrings? Hear from someone who already does.
Got questions?
We've got answers
Find fast answers about shipping, returns, and our unique jewelry.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within one business day of placing your order — sometimes the same day. Economy shipping typically takes about a week via USPS, while standard shipping (Priority Mail) arrives in 2-3 business days. We're based in North Carolina, so East Coast orders tend to arrive a little faster. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order ships.
Will the jewelry fade or tarnish?
Our jewelry is made from a variety of materials, including sterling silver. Sterling silver will eventually tarnish, but you can slow that process by storing it in a small airtight bag or container, or in a special anti-tarnish bag. If it’s lost some shine, it can be gently washed with a soft cloth, warm water, and a drop of mild soap, such as blue Dawn. If you still see tarnish, use an anti-tarnish cloth. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are specifically labeled safe for sterling silver. The best way to keep your sterling silver shiny is to wear it often! The more you wear it, the less tarnish you’ll see. And never wear sterling silver in the swimming pool or hot tub! Chlorine will cause it to tarnish almost instantly.
Most other metals don’t exactly tarnish, but they can get a little dull if they’re not worn. Washing with a tiny amount of mild soap is the best way to bring them back to life again. You can prevent this by putting on your jewelry last, after you apply hairspray or perfume, and don’t wear them in the shower or bath.
Genuine pearls do require extra gentle care. Don’t ever use commercial jewelry cleaners on them; you will almost certainly damage the nacre and destroy their unique sheen and iridescence. Be very careful about hairspray, cosmetics, and perfume, and absolutely never put them in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner!
Can I return or exchange?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt to return or exchange anything that isn't marked Final Sale. Items need to be in new condition. Exchanges ship free, with no minimum order required. Returns are refunded minus a $5 shipping fee (once per shipment, not per item). We don’t ever charge restocking fees.
Is your jewelry hypoallergenic?
Most of our pieces are hypoallergenic, but not all. You can filter to only show hypoallergenic pieces when browsing, and you will also see an icon on all pieces certified hypoallergenic and nickel-free by their makers.
Can I track my order?
Yes — as soon as your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow it the whole way to your door.
What makes your jewelry different?
Honestly? Most of it comes down to Amanda. Every maker on this site has been personally researched and verified — she checks that pieces are genuinely handmade, by the person who claims to have made them, using the materials listed. These are small-batch pieces in sterling silver, gold-filled, and genuine gemstones, mostly made in the USA. They aren’t factory pieces, aren’t from resellers, and are not the same thing you'd find on a hundred other sites. When something sells out here, it often stays sold out.
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