Gold Hoop Earrings with Teardrop Pearl Charms

This item consists of a pair of yellow gold hoop earrings featuring suspended drop pendants. Each earring is constructed from a thin, high-polish yellow gold wire shaped into a small circle, approximately 10-12mm in diameter. Notably, the top of each hoop features a decorative 'X' or criss-cross motif where the finding meets the earwire, suggesting a modern or late 20th-century designer influence. Suspended from each hoop is a single, matching teardrop-shaped (or 'biwa' style pear) white pearl. The pearls exhibit a soft creamy-white luster with a smooth orient, though minor natural surface irregularities typical of cultured freshwater pearls are visible. They are securely attached to the hoops via a simple gold-tone pin and bead cap assembly. The construction appears lightweight, suggesting an 14k or 18k gold content, or potentially high-quality gold plating over sterling silver. In terms of condition, the items appear well-maintained with no visible tarnishing or deep scratches on the gold metal, and the pearls remain securely fastened without signs of flaking or significant dullness. The style is classic and versatile, likely manufactured between 1990 and 2010.