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1980s Unsigned Gold-Tone Twisted Rope Half-Hoop Clip-On Earrings

Curated by Shawnee

$68

ConditionCondition appears very good to excellent from photos. The polished front surfaces show strong, bright gold-tone finish with no visible loss, scratching, or discoloration. The reverse shows natural age-appropriate patina on the brushed metal backing. Clip hardware appears intact and functional on both pieces. No missing elements noted.

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1980s · c. 1982–1988 — highly characteristic of the bold, sculptural gold-tone clip-on aesthetic of mid-to-late 1980s American costume jewelry · Gold Tone · Hinged · 1.76"

"These 1980s unsigned half-hoop clip-on earrings feature a bold, sculptural twisted rope motif in a polished gold-tone metal. Designed with a deeply contoured ribbed texture, these pieces provide a strong, high-contrast look typical of the decade's power-dressing aesthetic. The earrings measure approximately 1.76 inches and are constructed with secure, functional clip-back hardware. The front surfaces remain bright with no visible loss or scratching, while the reverse displays an authentic, age-appropriate brushed patina. An excellent example of mid-to-late 1980s American costume jewelry. All vintage sales are final; no returns or exchanges."

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Item Details+
TypeClip-On Earrings
Brand / MakerUnsigned
Era1980s
MaterialsPolished gold-tone base metal, likely brass, with deeply ridged and twisted rope-style surface detailing; brushed gold-tone finish on reverse with standard clip-back hardware
Measurements1.76"

Description

These 1980s unsigned half-hoop clip-on earrings feature a bold, sculptural twisted rope motif in a polished gold-tone metal. Designed with a deeply contoured ribbed texture, these pieces provide a strong, high-contrast look typical of the decade's power-dressing aesthetic. The earrings measure approximately 1.76 inches and are constructed with secure, functional clip-back hardware. The front surfaces remain bright with no visible loss or scratching, while the reverse displays an authentic, age-appropriate brushed patina. An excellent example of mid-to-late 1980s American costume jewelry. All vintage sales are final; no returns or exchanges.

Condition

Condition appears very good to excellent from photos. The polished front surfaces show strong, bright gold-tone finish with no visible loss, scratching, or discoloration. The reverse shows natural age-appropriate patina on the brushed metal backing. Clip hardware appears intact and functional on both pieces. No missing elements noted.