Tapered Accent Earrings Appraisal

Cubic Zirconia Clip-On Earring with Pear-Shaped Stone and Tapered Accent

This item is an individual clip-on earring, appearing to be crafted from a silver-toned metal, likely rhodium-plated base metal or sterling silver, given its bright, reflective finish. The primary focal point is a large, clear, pear-shaped or teardrop-cut stone, very likely cubic zirconia (CZ) due to its brilliant sparkle and common use in this style of jewelry. This central stone is securely set within a bezel or prong setting, although the exact detail of the mounting for the main stone is somewhat obscured. Above the main stone, there is a tapered arrangement of smaller, round-cut clear stones, also consistent with CZ, set in a graduated fashion. These smaller stones appear to be individually prong-set, creating a delicate and sparkling accent that leads up to the top of the earring. The overall design suggests a contemporary or modern classic style. The reverse side, where the clip mechanism would be, is not visible. Based on the visible portion, the earring is likely in very good condition with no obvious signs of wear, damage, or missing stones. The craftsmanship appears to be of a reasonable standard for costume or fashion jewelry, emphasizing brilliance and a polished appearance. The size is small enough to be held comfortably between two fingers, indicating it is an appropriate dimension for an earlobe.