Antique Vintage Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia Earrings 2.7g

Description

We have similar Mid Century and Cubic Zirconia items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Century" and "Cubic Zirconia" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa
:
Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965
Markings
: "925" and unidentified maker's mark "N" & "CN" on the sides of the earrings, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 2.7 grams
Metal Type
: .925 sterling silver
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Cubic zirconia
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Length:
6.02 mm & 6.12 mm
Width
: 5.94 mm & 6.01 mm
Diameter
: 1.2 mm
Color:
translucent sparkling hue
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment:
Cubic zirconia is a manufactured stone
. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Square step cut faceted, round cut faceted
Item Measurements
:
Length:
0.36"
Width:
0.36"
Earring Style
: Stud earrings
Earring Backing Style
: Post backings. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.
For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
: Pierced
Notable Features
:
These earrings were handmade during the Mid Century era
Composed of .925 sterling silver
Each earring features a large square step cut cubic zirconia stone
These center stones are surrounded by round cut stones, each with sparkling, colorless hues
All of these glittering stones stones rest in prong settings
Completed with post backings for wear on pierced ears with the addition of butterfly backings
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. These earrings are missing their butterfly backings, which can be purchased from your local jeweler's or many department stores for secure wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.
Discovered in 1892, Cubic zirconia (CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium oxide. It wasn’t until the 1930’s that scientist discovered how to melt and create a refractory substance that CZ was crafted into diamond-simulating stones for jewelry. The synthesized material is hard, optically flawless, usually colorless, and much less expensive than a natural diamond, which makes it a great alternative in rings, bracelets and other types of jewelry.
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