Round Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 1.36tcw 14kt White Gold

These Round Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings centre 1.20ct of natural round-cut tanzanite (split between two earrings) with 0.16ct of G/H diamond halos, set in 14kt white gold for a total carat weight of 1.36tcw. The earrings measure 0.31 by 0.31 inches each, sized as substantial halo studs that read clearly on the ear without crossing into drop-earring scale. White gold is the preferred metal for tanzanite stud earrings, the cool silvery tone amplifies the blue-violet colour axis of tanzanite's natural trichroism, producing the saturated cool-toned appearance most associated with the stone.

Ring at a Glance

• Center stones: 1.20ct natural round-cut tanzanites (combined)
• Halo stones: 0.16ct natural diamonds, G/H colour, SI1/SI2 clarity
• Total carat weight: 1.36tcw
• Metal: 14kt white gold (purity 585)
• Earring size: 0.31'' x 0.31'' each
• Backs: Push backs
• Finish: Polished
• SKU: ROY-WC64052

About the Tanzanite and Diamonds

The centre stones are natural round-cut tanzanites from Tanzania, totalling 1.20ct across the pair. Round-cut tanzanite produces brilliant-cut sparkle while still displaying the trichroism characteristic of the species (blue-violet-burgundy depending on viewing angle). In white gold halo settings like these earrings, the cool metal supports the blue-violet axis of the trichroism, producing the cool-toned appearance most associated with fine tanzanite. The 0.16ct of diamond halo accents are natural mined stones in G/H colour and SI1/SI2 clarity, providing white-sparkle contrast around the cool-toned centres. Tanzanite registers 6.5-7 on the Mohs hardness scale.

About the Halo Setting

The 14kt white gold setting (585 purity) is fabricated as a circular halo around each round centre, with prong-set diamond accents creating the halo. The 0.31 by 0.31 inch earring size places these solidly in halo-stud territory, large enough to read as a recognised halo design rather than a small daily-stud, but compact enough to wear comfortably for extended periods. Push backs secure the earrings.

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Comparing Our Tanzanite Halo Stud Earrings

Within our tanzanite halo stud collection, this Round Tanzanite Diamond Halo Stud pair is the larger format option (1.36tcw, $1,170). The companion Pear Tanzanite Diamond Halo Stud Earrings (ROY-WC8833Z) is the smaller-scale pear-shape halo at 0.63tcw and $1,045. Both are tanzanite halo studs in 14kt white gold with diamond halos, the difference is centre stone shape (round vs pear) and total carat weight (1.36tcw vs 0.63tcw). Round halo studs read as classic and symmetric, pear halo studs read as more shaped and feminine, the choice is design preference within the same category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tanzanite natural?

Yes. The round centre stones are natural mined tanzanites from Tanzania. Heat treatment is standard for tanzanite and is the trade norm for the species, these stones are treated but are not synthetic, lab-grown, or simulant.

How does this compare to the Pear Tanzanite Halo Stud Earrings?

Both pairs are tanzanite halo studs in 14kt white gold with G/H diamond halos. This Round pair is the larger format (1.36tcw, 1.20ct centre tanzanites, 0.31'' diameter, $1,170). The Pear Halo studs (ROY-WC8833Z) are smaller (0.63tcw, 0.42ct centre tanzanites, $1,045) with pear-shape centre stones rather than round. Same metal, same design family, the difference is centre stone shape and scale.

Are the diamonds natural?

Yes. The 0.16ct of halo diamonds are natural mined stones in G/H colour and SI1/SI2 clarity.

Why white gold for tanzanite earrings?

White gold is the preferred metal for tanzanite, the cool silvery tone of rhodium-plated white gold amplifies the blue-violet axis of tanzanite's natural trichroism, producing the deeper saturated cool-toned colour collectors associate with fine tanzanite. Yellow gold can push tanzanite's apparent colour toward the warmer/burgundy end of its trichroism, both are aesthetic choices but white gold is the more conventional setting for blue-toned tanzanite.

Are these comfortable for daily wear?

Yes. The 0.31 inch size and substantial 14kt white gold construction sit comfortably on the ear, push backs secure the earrings reliably. As with any tanzanite jewelry, avoid hard impact, ultrasonic cleaning, and steam cleaning.