These earrings are beautiful, elegant and stylish. The stones have unbelievable sparkle, and are neither overwhelmingly large nor too small. They measure about 5 mm.each. The stem that goes into the ear is nice and long and curved to make falling out more difficult. I originally asked if the small clear rubber backs on some bargain earrings would fit, but received no answer. I bought them anyway when the price fell to a level I was comfortable with. I tried the backs, and they fit without problem, even further reducing the chance of losing one. They have generated numerous compliments. I did not have any difficulty or pain putting them in, and certainly they are not heavy. As an added bonus, they do not even irritate a large scar under my ear that is overly sensitive. I cannot comment on the longevity of the gold plating or on how they "age" over time. IMO, they are a lovely and unique treat for oneself or a beautiful gift for someone special. As one customer noted, I would be quite happy with them without the gold plating, or the sterling as a second choice of finish.These earrings are stunning!! I have been wearing them everyday since I purchased them, and everyone at work has been giving me compliments.The moissanite stones have a beautiful sparkle and brilliance. Moissanite is a very popular stone right now, and it is usually much more expensive to get the stone quality these earrings have. The stone setting is unique but I feel the overall earring style is a very modern, timeless look. I've worn with work casual outfits, and I also think they will go well with a more formal dress.I'm normally worried about buying earrings with this hook design, because the metal can sometimes be bendy and loose its shape. These earrings are made really well, and I tried pinching them to bend and they still kept their shape.I would definitely recommend these earrings for yourself or as a gift. They also came in a nice black box, which makes them gift ready!They are very good earrings for the price. Good size and flattering. The problem I had was that I ordered the necklace in this collection too. The necklace was absolutely amazing! Colorless moissanite and a well made setting. The earrings have the same great setting, but the center moissanites are yellow. Both earrings match in the yellow, so the pair was matched up which is why I'm still giving 5 stars, especially for this price point. I'm just disappointing that the earrings did not match well with the necklace that was in the same collection.Very nice earrings, but not nearly as nice as the other three pair that I purchased at the same time. The sparkle just isn't there. Might be nice if you're trying to pass them off as real diamonds. Other Swarovski CZs and moissanite earrings are selling for MUCH less and have WAY more sparkle.The Moissanite Wire Drop Earrings are so easy to put on and I had no trouble keeping them on. I really like how fresh and modern they look.In this case I believe the "less is more" approach really gives this sterling silver with gold overlay earring a timeless classy look.Amazon I'd love to also have available to purchase a version with just sterling silver and moissanite in this style of wire drop earring.Beautiful earrings, however, I started to notice a strange sensation/reaction when I wore them. I finally noticed in my magnifying mirror that the gold did not completely cover the wire and the metal underneath was bleeding through. I have no allergies to gold so the metal that was showing through the gold was causing the problem. Of the many earrings I've purchased through the years, I've never had a problem like this and truly regret that I have to return these.so soVery simple and very streamline pretty. Lots of compliments. Easy to wearLa piedra es bastante brillante, sin embargo considero que pudo tener un corte más favorecedor para que brillara más.Sí se nota un poquito amarillento, pero solo un poco. El setting no me encantó porque es demasiado largo, hubiera quedado mejor como para un anillo o algo así. Le puse 4 estrellas porque sí me sorprendió el brillo que tiene la piedra, llevo aprox. un mes usándolo y no se ha maltratado. Es buena alternativa a los diamantes. Los postes no me han irritado, cosa que me sucede mucho con aretes que no son de oro.