Antique Vintage Mid Century Sterling Silver Modernist Malachite Earrings 4.6g

Description

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Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa
:
Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965
Markings
: "925" on the back of the earrings, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 4.6 grams
Metal Type
: .925 sterling silver
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Malachite
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Length:
21.46 mm
Width:
8.63 mm
Color:
opaque green hue with bands of lighter and darker green
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists
. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Carved and polished triangular cabochon
Item Measurements
:
Length:
1.53" and 1.55"
Width:
0.61" and 0.62"
Earring Style
: Drop earrings
Earring Backing Style
: Posts. 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 in the Mid Century era in the Modernist style
Composed of .925 sterling silver
Each earring features a single sodalite stone with a green hue and bands of lighter and darker green
The triangular stones rest securely in bezel settings, and extend past a larger triangular motif in classic Modernist style
Completed with posts for wear with pierced ears with the addition of butterfly backings
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. These earrings are missing their butterfly backings, which can easily be purchased from your local jeweler or department store in order for the earrings to be worn securely. The bottom of one of the earrings is slightly bent, and the post backing of the other earring is bent; this can be repaired by your local jeweler. There is tarnish on some areas on the sterling silver, giving the earrings a lovely antique quality.
*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.
The Mid-Century Modern style became a movement in art and jewelry in the 1940s, right after World War II, and peaked in the 1950s. The use of multi-colored metals became very popular due to wartime restrictions on certain materials; it was not uncommon to have brass, copper or gold-alloy accents with silver backgrounds. Mid-century Modernism is marked by clean lines and bold, abstract geometric shapes.
Malachite is a popular stone which has light and dark green opaque banded areas.  Malachite is a result of weathering copper ores. Many beautiful specimens of malachite contain special combinations with other minerals, such as azurite, cuprite, or chrysocolla. Malachite was used in antiquity until about 1800 for green paints.
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