Our gemstone stud earrings are laid with blue Lapis Lazuli and black Onyx gemstones, and set in sterling silver or gold-plated sterling silver trim. Each earring is handcrafted by designers to provide a luxurious look and long-lasting quality. Gemstone stud earrings can trace their roots back to over 7,000 years ago in ancient Asia. The original stud earrings were mainly worn by upper-class men to signify their status in society. While stud earrings made appearances throughout history, the style become in demand during the flapper age of the 1920s.