Vintage Monet Silver-Tone Pinwheel Clip-On Earrings

This pair of vintage clip-on earrings features a distinctive pinwheel or stylized sunburst design, characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century costume jewelry. Constructed from a bright, silver-toned base metal, each earring measures approximately one inch in diameter. The face of the design consists of a raised, flat circular center surrounded by eight overlapping curved blades that create a sense of motion. The reverse side reveals a traditional paddle-back clip mechanism. Notably, the 'MONET' maker's mark is clearly embossed on the inside of the clip, a hallmark of the well-known American costume jewelry manufacturer. The condition shows visible signs of age and wear; specifically, there is brown oxidation and pitting present on the front of one earring where the silver-tone plating has worn away. The backs show some minor verdigris and scratching from use. These earrings represent the classic, high-quality manufacturing standards of Monet during the 1960s to 1980s, emphasizing bold geometric shapes and durable mechanical components.