Emerald Eyes Earring Appraisal

Gold-Tone Owl Earring with Green Stone Eyes

This item appears to be a single earring, crafted in a gold-tone metal, depicting a stylized owl head. The owl's body is represented by a smooth, rounded, somewhat flattened form, with two circular indentations that serve as the eyes. Each eye is set with a small, round, faceted green stone, likely an imitation emerald or glass, providing a splash of color against the metallic body. A small, pointed protrusion at the top center of the rounded body suggests the owl's beak. The overall finish of the metal has a slightly aged or matte appearance, rather than a high polish, though this could be due to wear or intended design. Attached to the back of the owl motif is a standard earring post, terminating in what appears to be a butterfly or friction back closure, though the full extent of the closure mechanism is not perfectly clear from the image. The earring exhibits some signs of wear, particularly visible as minor surface abrasions or slight discoloration on the metal, consistent with regular use. The design is whimsical and likely dates to the mid-to-late 20th century, possibly from the 1970s or 1980s, given the style and perceived manufacturing quality. There are no visible maker's marks or stamps in the provided image.