Sterling Silver Diamond-Accented Open Heart Stud Earring

This item is a single petite open heart stud earring, characterized by a fluid, asymmetrical 'floating heart' silhouette. The piece is constructed from a bright white metal, likely sterling silver or white gold, with a high-polished finish on the upper curve. The lower portion of the heart features a pave-set arrangement of small, round-cut clear gemstones, which appear to be either diamonds or high-quality cubic zirconia based on their surface luster. The stones are secured in a multi-prong settings that follow the curvature of the frame. The earring utilizes a traditional post-and-nut fastening system, though the butterfly backing is not visible in the provided image. Measuring approximately 10mm in width, the piece shows minor signs of surface wear and light oxidation (tarnish) in the crevices of the stone settings, which is typical for sterling silver pieces of this age. While no maker's marks are visible from the front view, the design is emblematic of late 20th-century to contemporary commercial jewelry styles, often popularized by brands like Tiffany & Co. (Elsa Peretti influence) or Kay Jewelers. The overall craftsmanship displays consistent metal thickness and wellaligned stone placement, indicating a mid-range commercial production quality suitable for daily wear.