Pair of Round Brilliant-Cut Stud Earrings

This item is a pair of stud earrings featuring large, round brilliant-cut colorless stones. Based on the visual evidence, the stones appear to be high-carat diameter, likely measuring approximately 6mm to 8mm each. The stones are secured in multi-prong settings, appearing to be six-prong crown or ‘buttercup’ styles crafted from a yellow-toned metal, likely yellow gold or gold-plated brass. The metal shows a warm, lustrous finish with minimal visible oxidation in the prongs. The stones exhibit a significant amount of light dispersion (fire), though their slightly warm or yellowish tint and large scale compared to the hand suggest they could be high-quality cubic zirconia, moissanite, or possibly genuine diamonds if the setting is solid 14k or 18k gold. No specific maker’s marks are visible in the image, but the construction of the posts and the wire-style backings suggests a late 20th-century to contemporary manufacturing period. The condition appears to be excellent, with no missing prongs or visible chips to the facets of the stones. The scale and traditional solitaire design indicate a classic, timeless style aimed at maximizing the brilliance of the center stone. Professional testing for thermal conductivity and a microscopic hallmark check would be required to confirm the exact materials and value.