Simulant Appraisal

Diamond or Diamond Simulant Stud Earrings

This item consists of a pair of stud earrings, each featuring a single, round-cut clear stone. The stones appear to be either diamonds or high-quality diamond simulants, exhibiting significant brilliance and sparkle, characteristic of well-faceted gemstones. The setting for each stone is a four-prong style, securing the stone firmly. One earring features prongs that appear to be made of a white metal, likely white gold or platinum, while the other earring's prongs appear to be yellow gold. This discrepancy in metal color for the prongs could indicate a repair, a mismatch, or a design choice where the base of the setting is a different color from the prongs. The visible part of the setting surrounding the stones suggests a low-profile design, suitable for everyday wear. The overall condition appears good, though some minor surface wear on the stones or metal is possible given the typical use of such jewelry. Without further inspection, the exact material of the stones and the precious metal content of the settings cannot be definitively determined. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for stud earrings, focusing on showcasing the central stone. The estimated age is contemporary, likely within the last 20-30 years, given the common design. No specific maker's marks or signatures are visible in the provided image.