Teardrop Faux Pearl Pendant with Gold-Tone Bail

This item is a teardrop-shaped pendant featuring a high-luster, cream-colored faux pearl or mabe pearl simulant set within a yellow gold-tone metal frame. The pendant measures approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in total length. The central cabochon exhibits a pearlescent finish with pinkish-white overtones and a smooth, domed surface. The metal setting includes a decorative 'X' or crisscross motif bail, which appears to be integrally cast with the frame. This styling is reminiscent of mid-to-late 20th-century costume jewelry, specifically styles popular in the 1980s and 1990s. The construction shows a bezel-style mounting with a small decorative bead at the base of the teardrop. While no specific maker's marks are visible in the provided image, the craftsmanship suggests a mass-market fashion jewelry origin, possibly by brands like Avon, Monet, or Trifari. The condition appears fair to good; there is some visible softening of the metallic finish on the edges, suggesting wear to the plating, and a slight dullness possibly due to accumulated skin oils or surface oxidation. The faux pearl surface remains intact without major peeling or delamination, which is a common failure point in costumery of this era.