Overview
A pair of bold, oversized 'shoulder-duster' earrings featuring faux-malachite cabochons, hand-strung seed beads, and enameled geometric metal dangles.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Vintage 1980s Maximalist Multi-Media Statement Earrings
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Story
The late 1980s saw a dramatic shift in fashion toward a 'Global Village' aesthetic, where designers blended tribal influences with industrial materials.
Maker / Origin
While these appear unsigned, they follow the tradition of New York's 'Garment District' artisans who produced high-quality costume jewelry for boutiques and department stores like Henri Bendel.
Condition & Value
The earrings show visible signs of age, specifically chipping and 'flea bites' on the enamel of the orange and blue geometric dangles. Value is driven by the current high demand for '80s statement jewelry' among vintage collectors.
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