I bought these for me on gold box, expecting no more than a cheap piece of jewelry.  So when I opened the package I got more than I expected.  Wow!  These are nice.  They are a great size with a wonderful amethyst color, not to bright and not to dark.  (These are NOT from the darker part of the amethyst stone, but more of the mid-range color.)  The cut is perfect and the setting is excellent.  They are easily seen without being obnoxious.  I cannot wait to wear them.

Would I been happy with them at the $100 list price?  Probably.  At the Amazon price of $70, I would definetly be happy.  Gold Boxed for $40 and I'm ecstatic!

EDIT - After a couple of months, one of the stones popped out.  Luckily, I found it and was able to repair it.  I still love the earrings but the setting could be made sturdier.  If one prong becomes loose then the stone will come out.  I now check them before I wear them.  I've changed my star rating because of this.