Teardrop Hoop Earrings. These Teardrop shape hoop earrings are handmade of 935 Argentium Silver. Argentium Silver is 93.5% pure silver(1% more than standard 925 Sterling) with the addition of Germanium which makes it much more resistant to tarnishing than 925 Silver, providing a longer lasting shine. The hoops are a sturdy 16 gauge, and are torch fused for an invisible seam. Hand shaped, hammered, tumble hardened, and polished to a brilliant shine. Hoop is approximately 1-1/2" tall x 1" wide. 2" from bottom of hoop to top of ear wire. The ear wires are 20 gauge 925 Sterling Silver. Polishing cloth for all jewelry included. Shipped in gift box.