AUGUST

Women have been wearing hoop earrings since ancient times.

Associated with beauty, fertility and unity, they have always had a mystical connection and been revered as an important symbol, especially in the Middle East. 

Since then, and more notably into the 60s and 70s, the classic gold hoop has become an iconic and must-have staple in anyone’s wardrobe.

These smooth 14k gold over solid sterling silver 40mm hoops also feature an easy to insert straight-back post.

The hoops are available in:

20mm (Helen)

30mm (August)

40mm (Juno)

• 14k gold over solid sterling silver
• width 3mm
• outer diameter 30mm
• hypoallergenic
• nickel & lead free

We at Shorewood Jewelry believe in quality and because every piece is made of solid 925 sterling silver as it’s base metal (including 14k gold over sterling, we can genuinely call it fine jewelry.

Real Sterling (whether plated or not) can be worn for years, without turning the skin a green tinge, such as with brass. As well, unlike brass, sterling silver is hypoallergenic.

Although swimming in the salty ocean or a chlorinated pool is not recommended because the salt can ultimately corrode the silver, you can shower in clean water every day with sterling silver.

That said, although considered a precious metal, one of the biggest things to be mindful of when it comes to sterling silver is that it is composed of a soft metal.

Yes, although it’s precious, sterling is soft!

It is definitely more bendable and pliable than for
instance, stainless steel, which is a hard metal.

So remember to be mindful of 2 things:

1. Be aware of the chain on your neck when quickly pulling a sweater over your head, or it could cause the chain to break!

2. Be aware to be gentle with the post on your stud or hoop earrings. Although the posts can be moved, as sometimes they bend slightly and need to be straightened, remember to do it smoothly and gently, with fingers held firmly on the whole post, as you move it into place.

Please see our Returns page to read about our chain breakage policy.