Bidspirit auction | Collection of Six Pairs of
Collection of Six Pairs of Sterling Silver and Costume Earrings including Enamel and Lapis Lazuli - This lot comprises six pairs of earrings in various styles and materials. One pair of silver-tone drop earrings features rectangular plaques with an enamel scene depicting a bear walking through a forest at night under a crescent moon, suspended from French wire hooks. A second pair of sterling silver drop earrings consists of two linked rectangular plaques inset with iridescent pink-hued mother-of-pearl shell; the reverse of the lower plaque is impressed with the mark 925. A third pair of drop earrings features round lapis lazuli beads with characteristic blue color and golden pyrite inclusions, capped with gold-tone floral filigree and suspended from French wire hooks. The collection also includes two pairs of gold-tone C-style hoop earrings with post backs: one pair with a wide, hammered texture measuring approximately 1 inch in diameter, and a second, smaller pair with a vertical ribbed design measuring approximately 0.75 inches in diameter. Completing the lot is a pair of square stud earrings set with amber-tone faceted gemstones in sterling silver frames; the reverse of one frame is impressed with the mark 925. The enamel bear earrings have a total drop of approximately 1.25 inches, while the mother-of-pearl and lapis lazuli drop earrings each have a total drop of approximately 1 inch. Overall good condition. Minor surface scratches and wear are visible on the gold-tone hoop earrings. Light tarnish is present on the sterling silver components, particularly the amber-tone studs and the enamel bear earrings. The enamel is intact without visible chips. All stones and shell inlays are secure in their settings.