Carved Stone Earrings Appraisal

Pair of Carved Green Stone and Gold-Toned Clip-On Earrings

This item consists of a pair of vintage clip-on earrings, each featuring a deeply carved piece of what appears to be green jade or a similar hardstone, set within a gold-toned metal bezel. The earrings are circular in overall shape, with the green stone component being the central focus. Each green stone is intricately carved to depict a stylized leaf or botanical motif, showing clear veins and organic curves. The color of the stone is a rich, opaque forest green with some possible translucency visible at thinner edges or with direct light, suggesting it could be jadeite or nephrite, or a high-quality glass or resin imitation. The stone is polished to a smooth, reflective finish. Surrounding each carved green stone is a gold-toned metal setting that features a distinctive twisted rope or braided design along its outer edge, providing a decorative frame. The metal appears to be a yellow gold alloy or gold plating, showing a consistent luster, though minor surface wear or tarnish might be present, consistent with age. Given the clip-on mechanism (though not directly visible, implied by the typical construction of such designs), these earrings likely date from the mid-20th century, possibly the 1940s to 1960s, a period when such ornate, carved jewelry was popular. The craftsmanship evident in the carving suggests a skilled artisan. There are no immediately visible chips, cracks, or significant damage to the carved stones, and the metal setting appears largely intact. The overall condition appears to be good for an item of its presumed age, displaying a delicate balance between natural material and metallic artistry.