12 [As] an ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, [So is] a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:12

Commentary on Proverbs 25:11-12

(Read Proverbs 25:11-12)

A word of counsel, or reproof, rightly spoken, is especially beautiful, as fine fruit becomes still more beautiful in silver baskets.