Lyric Earrings (Pearl)
- One freshwater pearl — the whole lyric, nothing wasted.
- Gold-filled ear wire, hypoallergenic and built to last.
- 2 inch drop — light enough to forget, striking enough to be noticed.
There's a moment in every great song where the melody lifts away from the arrangement — where a single note holds, clear and unadorned, and the whole room goes quiet around it. It's not the loudest part. It's the truest part. The part that stays with you long after the rest fades.
Nashville understands this better than anywhere. Not the Nashville of neon and tourist bars, but the deeper one — the city of session musicians and songwriter rounds, of women who built careers on knowing exactly when to let one perfect note do all the work. Freshie & Zero was born in that Nashville, a woman-owned studio that has spent years translating the city's creative instinct into jewelry that carries the same philosophy: never more than what the moment needs.
A single freshwater pearl, suspended in gold.
The pearl hangs from a gold-filled ear wire with the kind of quiet confidence that only comes from proportion done right — nothing competing, nothing cluttering, just the organic warmth of a genuine freshwater pearl against skin. At 2 inches from the top of the ear wire and only 2 grams per pair, these are almost impossibly light, the kind of earring you forget you're wearing until someone across the table notices. The ear wires are hypoallergenic, and the gold-filled metal means the warmth of that finish will last.
Handcrafted in Nashville, Tennessee by Freshie & Zero.
Specifications
- Material: Freshwater Pearl
- Metal: Gold Filled
- Length: 2 inches long including the ear wire
- Weight: 2 g
- Made in Nashville, Tennessee
- 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.
ONE PERFECT NOTE
Freshie & Zero is a woman-owned studio in Nashville that designs jewelry the way the best songwriters write — by knowing what to leave out. The Lyric Earrings are the distillation of that discipline.
Inspired by the art of restraint in music and craft
Handcrafted in Nashville by a woman-owned studio
Genuine freshwater pearl on gold-filled wire — featherlight at 2 grams
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Lyric Earrings (Pearl)? 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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