Garnet is the January birthstone, so now is a great time to purchase these beautiful earrings! These 14k yellow gold (NOT gold plated) pierced earrings (Engle Bros. Style No. 6610) are set with two pear-shaped garnets of medium dark reddish brown color measuring 8.5mm x 6.0 mm; the gold mounting design measures 14.5mm x 9mm (photo shows the earrings with a nickel, for size reference). The total weight of the earrings including stones is 4.0 dwt. These earrings are very substantial and well made, with a very sturdy post. These earrings were purchased in 1989 when gold was $383 oz; gold is now about $2695 oz., which is an increase of over 600%, making these a great buy!