This gorgeous diamond barrel necklace is created using a small faceted salt & pepper diamond barrel bead floating on a pure 14kt yellow gold chain. All of the 14kt gold used is sustainably sourced, refined and recycled right here in the USA. This necklace is 16”long with no extension at the spring ring clasp. This is such a beautiful timeless piece worn for an elegant everyday look.

This necklace is made to order. Please allow 5-7 days for it to be made and shipped. 

Salt & Pepper Diamonds 

In the most simple terms, a salt-and-pepper diamond is basically a diamond with inclusions that appear black and white. ... It also means they're usually a lot less expensive than white diamonds with minimal or no inclusions—a great option for the price-conscious consumer!

While normal diamonds strive for the highest level of perfection in the 4 C’s, fans of salt and pepper diamonds enjoy each stone’s unique and intrinsic characteristic. Imperfections can be awesome too! No stones left behind Making these the most sustainable of the diamond world. 

When salt & pepper diamonds first came to market, it wasn’t as well accepted. Their appearance was very different from other well-known classic gems with optimal sparkle!

Fast forward to today’s times, salt and pepper diamonds have become trendy for brides that want to stand out from the crowd. With the growing current movement of embracing your individuality, appreciating the natural imperfections of the salt and pepper diamond is a natural fit! Being different is cool!

Another appealing factor about the salt and pepper diamond is that it’s eco-friendly. Because being green and sustainable is part of Arivka Jewelry, we enjoy carrying this stone! We believe that no stone should be left behind and we can find beauty in every gemstone.

✨Note: These are made to order especially for you and take 2 weeks to make and ship. 

These earrings are hand crochet using fine 14 karat gold wire and fine gold leverback earwires . All of the gold used is 100% refined and recycled in the USA. The stones measure 6mm tall x 4mm wide. These earrings sit just shy of a half inch below your earlobe. Just gorgeous! 

Birthstone for May

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Emerald:
Your spirit is like a garden. You need to tend to it to make it thrive. That means nourishing your soul with the energy it needs to pursue new experiences and attract opportunities. If you ever start to feel like your garden within has turned into more of a desert, where joy and inspiration are sparse, you need to reinvigorate your soul space with Emeralds. Green is the color of abundance. It brings with it a richness of life that helps you to channel the energy of abundance. Emeralds are believed to help you balance your emotions, and awaken you to the lessons of your heart.

Reviving emeralds promote kindness, so you always show the world your best side. An emerald is often referred to as the stone of successful and abundance love, opening the heart to receiving love of all kinds. It embodies compassion and unconditional love to heighten self-esteem and confidence.

Emeralds are said to carry the purest form of the green ray, making them extremely beneficial for heart chakra healing. Hold an emerald stone to calm down when you feel your temper rising. Meditate with one to grow closer to your inner self. Place an emerald under your pillow to relinquish feelings of jealousy, especially in matters of love. It is also believed that placing an emerald underneath your bed can help to increase fertility.