Mexican Sterling Silver & Green Onyx Earrings

Gorgeous Mexican sterling silver and green onyx earrings with an Art Moderne feel. Double arcs of vivid green onyx are set in rectangular silver bezels, then framed with scalloped and beaded edges. The earrings are screw backs; designed for people without pierced ears, they may also be worn by people with pierced ears. The screws have a fascinating mechanical construction that allows you to adjust the pressure on your ear lobe. The back is signed "Mexico" and "Sterling."

These earrings ;date from the 1940s, a high point in silver jewelry design in Mexico. The main attraction for the designers and studio jewelers was the locally mined supply of materials. Silver and semi precious gems were abundant and affordable.

Details.....The earrings measure 0.56" by 0.63" wide. In Very Good Vintage Condition. You should expect some wear on all vintage and antique jewels, we consider it part of its charm.

Item #JJ153