Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Drop Fringe Earrings

This is a pair of sterling silver drop earrings, each featuring a teardrop-shaped inlay of what appears to be lapis lazuli. The overall design has a bohemian or artisan aesthetic, possibly with Native American or Southwestern influence. Each earring is suspended from a standard shepherd's hook ear wire, which appears to be made of sterling silver, evidenced by its color and the given context. The main body of each earring consists of an elongated, open, teardrop-shaped frame from which the inlaid gemstone is suspended. Below the gemstone, a fringe of multiple sterling silver strands, varying slightly in length and capped with small, flattened silver elements, hangs freely. The silver itself exhibits a light patina, consistent with aged sterling silver, but no significant tarnish or damage is immediately apparent. The visible texture of the blue stone suggests it is either a solid piece of lapis lazuli with characteristic pyrite flecks or a reconstituted stone. The craftsmanship appears to be good, with solders that are neat and the overall structure symmetrical. The style suggests an age dating from the mid-20th century to contemporary, likely handmade or studio-produced. The pen visible in the image provides a sense of scale, indicating these are medium-to-large sized drop earrings.