Ashleigh Branstetter 18k Yellow Gold Vesuvianite Earrings

Few gemstones are as intriguingly rare as vesuvianite — and Ashleigh Branstetter® has given this exceptional stone the setting it deserves. The 18K Yellow Gold Vesuvianite Ruffle© Earrings feature magnificent smooth briolette vesuvianite drops, each glowing with a deep, earthy olive-green hue that shifts from golden khaki to vivid forest green depending on the light. Suspended from Ashleigh Branstetter®'s signature Ruffle© design in warm 18-karat yellow gold, these earrings are a collector's piece of the highest order.

Vesuvianite, also known as idocrase, is a rare calcium aluminum silicate mineral originally discovered near Mount Vesuvius in Italy. Its rich green color with subtle golden undertones makes it a coveted alternative to emerald or peridot for those who want something truly distinctive. Each briolette in this pair weighs a combined 45.5 carats, making these substantial stones that command attention without a word. The briolette cut is a traditional form that creates faceted teardrop shapes, allowing light to play across the stone's surface from every angle.

Wear these earrings with earth tones, cream, or ivory for a look that feels both ancient and modern — perfectly at home at a private dinner in the Garden District or a curated art gallery in the Warehouse District. At 7.2 grams total weight, these earrings have a satisfying, luxurious feel when worn.

• Gemstone: Vesuvianite briolettes, 45.5 ctw
• Metal: 18K yellow gold
• Earring weight: 7.2 g
• Style: Ruffle© drop earrings
• Closure: Ear wire / hook
• Handcrafted in New Orleans by Ashleigh Branstetter®