Turquoise in a baguette cut set into gold hoop earrings - a combination that brings the stone's vivid color into a contemporary, elongated format that reads differently from the more common round or oval turquoise setting. The 8x4mm baguette shape gives each stone a linear, architectural quality, and in the context of a hoop setting, the stones read as deliberate color insertions into the gold frame rather than traditional pendant drops. Turquoise has one of jewelry's longest continuous design histories - worn across cultures from ancient Egypt to the indigenous American Southwest - and the color remains one of the most distinctive in the gemstone spectrum, its sky-to-robin's-egg range instantly identifiable and endlessly wearable. The 18k yellow gold over sterling silver hoop complements turquoise's warm color family while keeping the piece accessible. At just under 0.89" wide, these are a substantial but wearable hoop size. The hinge with notched post closure is secure and sits flat against the earlobe. Specifications: Metal: 18k yellow gold over sterling silver. Stone: turquoise, 8x4mm baguette, natural. Hoop earrings. Measures approximately 0.78" L x 0.89" W. Closure: hinge with notched post. FAQ: Is the turquoise in these earrings natural? Yes - these earrings feature natural turquoise. As with all natural turquoise, color and matrix variation between pieces is normal. How should I care for turquoise jewelry? Turquoise is a relatively soft stone (5-6 Mohs) that is sensitive to chemicals, cosmetics, and prolonged water exposure. Store away from harder stones to avoid surface scratching.