Collection of 14K Yellow Gold Religious and Protective Jewelry Items
Jewelry Set includes Brooch/Safety Pin, Huggie Hoop Earring, and Stud Earring · Yellow Gold. The rich, warm hue suggests a standard copper-silver-gold alloy typical of mid-karat jewelry.
Purity: 14K (58.5% Pure Gold). Typical for Mediterranean and North American markets where durability is required for small charms and findings.
Type
Jewelry Set includes Brooch/Safety Pin, Huggie Hoop Earring, and Stud Earring
Purity
14K (58.5% Pure Gold). Typical for Mediterranean and North American markets where durability is required for small charms and findings.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold. The rich, warm hue suggests a standard copper-silver-gold alloy typical of mid-karat jewelry.
Weight
Estimated total 3.5 to 5.0 grams. The safety pin is lightweight/hollow wire; the hoop is small and high-polish; the stud is dainty.
Description
A meaningful assortment of yellow gold jewelry featuring a symbolic 'protection pin' with a crucifix, Evil Eye, and Virgin Mary medal. Included is a versatile simple huggie hoop and a matching dainty stud earring.
Key Features
The 'Evil Eye' protection pin is the centerpiece, combining multiple spiritual and cultural talismans into a single functional brooch.
Color & Finish
Vivid yellow gold with a high-polished mirror finish on the hoop and pin; the religious medal features a matte/satin embossed relief.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Likely '14K' or '585' stamped on the earring post, the hoop closure hinge, and the reverse side of the Virgin Mary medal.
Dimensions Estimate
Safety Pin: 25mm length; Hoop: 10mm diameter; Stud: 3mm ball. Suitable for infants or as secondary piercings.
Gemstones & Inlays
Features blue and white 'Evil Eye' (Nazar) glass or enamel beads. These are decorative protective charms, not precious gemstones.
Clasp & Closure
Hoop: Hinged snap closure. Stud: Butterfly friction back. Pin: Tension loop safety clasp.
Chain & Links
Safety pin features small jump rings used to suspend the cross, eye, and medal charms; findings appear machine-made.
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-cast components with hand-assembled jump rings. High-quality finishing on the religious relief medal but standard mass-market findings.
Authentication Indicators
Deep yellow color consistent with 14K; hallmarks on small findings; non-magnetic response; weight appears appropriate for size.
Origin & Maker
Likely Mediterranean origin (Greece, Turkey, or Italy) or Middle Eastern, given the combination of Christian and Nazar (Eye) charms.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2000s-present). While the motifs are ancient, the construction and high-polish finish indicate modern mass-production.
Age Estimate
Produced within the last 10-20 years based on the condition of the enamel and the modern high-polish plating.
Cultural Significance
Represents a fusion of Orthodox/Catholic iconography with regional folk talismans (Nazar) intended to ward off bad luck and envy.
Condition Notes
Very Good. Minor surface scratches on the hoop. The safety pin wire shows slight bending consistent with use. Enamel on the eye is intact.
Value Estimate
Estimated $180 - $300 USD. Value is mostly found in the gold melt value plus a modest premium for the cultural design and labor.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners for the 'eye' bead as the enamel/glass may crack or detach.
Similar Items
Often found in 9K (UK) or 18K (Italy/Middle East). Alternatives include Mediterranean charm bracelets with similar dangling talismans.
Interesting Facts
The practice of pinning an 'Evil Eye' and a religious medal onto a baby's clothing for protection is a common tradition in many Mediterranean cultures.