Sterling Silver Post Earring with 925 Hallmark

This item is a single stud-style earring featuring a straight post closure, prominently displaying a hallmark. The post is constructed from a silver-toned metal, with the numeral '925' stamped into the side, which is the standard international mark for Sterling Silver, indicating a purity of 92.5% silver. The post shows signs of moderate wear and use, including slight irregularities in the surface texture and a minor bend, suggesting it is a pre-owned piece. The color is a characteristic bright metallic white with subtle areas of darker gray tarnish or oxidation common to aged silver. The decorative front of the earring is partially visible and appears to be a vertical bar or drop design, possibly set with small accent stones, though they are obscured by the focus on the metal hallmark. The casting quality appears standard for contemporary fine jewelry, likely dating from the late 20th century to the present. There are no visible maker's marks or designer signatures beyond the metal purity stamp. The item's condition is fair to good, showing expected patina and light surface scratches consistent with regular handling and wear against the skin.