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Sterling Silver and Moonstone earrings with Sterling ear wires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Moonstone is\u00a0a feldspar gem composed of two feldspar minerals, orthoclase and albite, known for its characteristic adularescence, a glowing, billowy effect caused by light scattering through its stacked layers<\/mark>.\u00a0It is the birthstone for June, is the official state gem of Florida, and is mined in countries like Sri Lanka, India, and Madagascar.\u00a0While it is used in jewelry, its low hardness on the Mohs scale requires care to prevent cracking.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sterling silver is\u00a0a durable and beautiful alloy of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, typically copper<\/mark>, which makes it strong enough for everyday wear. It is often marked with “925,” “Sterling,” or “SS” to denote its authenticity. Sterling silver is affordable, does not rust, but does tarnish, which can be minimized with proper care and cleaning.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sterling Silver and Moonstone earrings with Sterling ear wires. 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