Bustamite is paler pink than rhodonite and often has an orange tint. They are not in the same family.
Lori Braun surrounds the bustamite with light layers of texture using 14KY and sterling. Sterling leaves are oxidized for contrast. Bustamite is surrounded with a 14KY bezel and has a 14KY ear wire.
Earring length is 7/8" x 1/2" wide
The Bustamite is an approximately 8mm round cabochon
*All dimensions and weight are approximate.
Earrings are Minnesota made and a "limited edition" by Lori Braun