Vintage Opal Stud Earrings
This is a pair of vintage-style stud earrings featuring oval-shaped cabochon opals. Each earring consists of a natural or synthetic white opal with a primary body color of milky white, exhibiting subtle pinfire or broadflash 'play-of-color' including hints of blue, pink, and pale yellow. The opals are secured in a yellow gold-toned metal setting (likely 10k or 14k gold, though hallmarks are not visible from the front). The settings feature a decorative, textured bezel or a series of small prongs that create a crown-like appearance around the perimeter of the stone. The earrings are approximately 5mm to 7mm in length, making them a delicate 'petite' size. The construction appears to be a standard post-and-clutch assembly intended for pierced ears. Regarding condition, the opals appear well-seated without visible surface crazing or deep scratches, though there is a slight buildup of grime or oxidation on the metal settings consistent with vintage wear. The style suggests a mid-20th-century manufacture, likely late 1960s to 1980s, common for everyday gemstone jewelry. The craftsmanship is typical of commercial-grade fine jewelry of the era, focusing on classic, understated elegance.
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Estimated Value
$250 - $425
Basic Information
Category
Fine Jewelry
Appraised On
February 17, 2026
Estimated Value
$250 - $425
Item Description
This is a pair of vintage-style stud earrings featuring oval-shaped cabochon opals. Each earring consists of a natural or synthetic white opal with a primary body color of milky white, exhibiting subtle pinfire or broadflash 'play-of-color' including hints of blue, pink, and pale yellow. The opals are secured in a yellow gold-toned metal setting (likely 10k or 14k gold, though hallmarks are not visible from the front). The settings feature a decorative, textured bezel or a series of small prongs that create a crown-like appearance around the perimeter of the stone. The earrings are approximately 5mm to 7mm in length, making them a delicate 'petite' size. The construction appears to be a standard post-and-clutch assembly intended for pierced ears. Regarding condition, the opals appear well-seated without visible surface crazing or deep scratches, though there is a slight buildup of grime or oxidation on the metal settings consistent with vintage wear. The style suggests a mid-20th-century manufacture, likely late 1960s to 1980s, common for everyday gemstone jewelry. The craftsmanship is typical of commercial-grade fine jewelry of the era, focusing on classic, understated elegance.
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