This striking design centers on a polished, teardrop-cut natural agate pendant, masterfully selected for its distinct mineral banding of rich grey, earth brown, and oceanic blue hues. The central gemstone is nestled within a dynamic framework of two nested, hand-hammered gold wire teardrops that echo its fluid form and create an elegant, orbital sense of space.
Expertly hand-assembled and heavily plated in lustrous 18k gold over a premium brass base, the entire concentric drop is suspended from a textured, hammered teardrop stud post. Measuring a dramatic 3 inches in total length with a balanced 11-gram presence per ear, they deliver powerful visual volume while maintaining an effortlessly wearable, lightweight feel. Completed with a secure post fastening that ensures they sit flush and stable against the lobe, the Darlena earrings add a polished, slow-fashion statement to modern tailoring or minimalist vacation silhouettes.
"With the Darlena earrings, I wanted to create a frame that honors the incredible, natural landscape inside the stone. The multi-layered, concentric gold wires act like ripples extending from a central point, emphasizing the raw, hand-hammered textures against the mirror-polished banded agate slice. At 3 inches long, it’s a deliberate architectural piece designed to catch the light beautifully with the natural sway of the wearer."
Gemstones & Materials: Premium polished natural banded agate teardrop pendants, high-polish 18k gold-plated brass wire frames, and textured post tops.
Mineral Symbolism: Infused with time-honored organic attributes—Agate for grounding stability, emotional balance, and protective harmony.
Design Silhouette: Three-tier concentric layout featuring a hammered teardrop post top, nested wire frames, and a central gemstone drop.
Hardware: Secure post fastening with comfortable premium backings to ensure a balanced, stable hang against the lobe.
Dimensions: 3-inch (7.62 cm) total drop length from the post to the base of the lowest loop.
Weight: 11 grams per earring (22 grams total pair weight), precision-engineered for maximum scale with a comfortable wear.
Finish: Gold-plated components are sealed with an industry-grade protective e-coating for exceptional tarnish-proof longevity.
Origin: Proudly designed, hand-assembled, and finished in the United States at our West Hollywood studio using global components.
Exclusivity: A limited-quantity design celebrating slow fashion. Due to the completely natural origin of banded agates, each individual stone possesses its own entirely unique matrix, color distribution, and structural striping.
Women's Jewelry
To maintain a small carbon footprint, we operate as a small-batch, low-stock jewelry design studio.
MADE IN THE USA: Every piece is proudly designed, assembled, & sustainably e-coated in the United States—with California plating.
California Proposition 65 Notice:
For California residents, this serves as a reminder to make informed choices. Some components used in our jewelry—such as metal alloys or finishes—may contain trace amounts of substances regulated under California’s Proposition 65. While we work closely with our suppliers to minimize exposure and uphold safety standards, we include this notice out of an abundance of transparency and care.
To maintain a small carbon footprint, we operate as a small-batch, low-stock jewelry design studio.
MADE IN THE USA: Every piece is proudly designed, assembled, & sustainably e-coated in the United States—with California plating.
California Proposition 65 Notice:
For California residents, this serves as a reminder to make informed choices. Some components used in our jewelry—such as metal alloys or finishes—may contain trace amounts of substances regulated under California’s Proposition 65. While we work closely with our suppliers to minimize exposure and uphold safety standards, we include this notice out of an abundance of transparency and care.
