Gold-Tone Textured Hoop Earring

This item is a single hoop earring, approximately medium to large in scale, featuring a multi-strand or layered overlapping design. The earring is constructed from a gold-toned metal, likely brass or a gold-plated base metal, and displays a prominent textured finish on the outer surfaces consisting of fine diagonal or cross-hatched striations. This texture creates a rope-like or cable aesthetic that enhances the play of light. The construction utilizes a classic hinged saddleback or 'click-top' closure mechanism, where a thin wire post snaps into a U-shaped latch on the opposite end of the hoop. Upon close inspection, the gold finish appears worn or oxidised in several shaded areas, revealing a darker base metal underneath, which suggests this is costume jewelry rather than solid gold. There is visible tarnish and surface scratching consistent with frequent use and age. The interior of the hoop is smooth and hollow, indicating a lightweight manufacture designed for comfort. While no specific maker's mark is visible in the provided image, the style is reminiscent of late 20th-century fashion jewelry, likely dating from the 1980s or 1990s. The overall craftsmanship is mid-range, typical of mass-produced accessories from that era.

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