Gold-Toned Costume Jewelry Set with Endless Hoop Earrings and Leaf Pendant
Earrings / Jewelry Findings (Endless Hoops and Decorative Pendant) · Yellow Gold Fashion Tone; appears to be a finish over base metal (like brass or copper)
Purity: Non-precious / Gold-toned finish (potential brass or low-grade gold plating). No visible hallmarks suggest it is not solid gold.
Type
Earrings / Jewelry Findings (Endless Hoops and Decorative Pendant)
Purity
Non-precious / Gold-toned finish (potential brass or low-grade gold plating). No visible hallmarks suggest it is not solid gold.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold Fashion Tone; appears to be a finish over base metal (like brass or copper)
Weight
3 - 5 grams total (lightweight hollow/thin wire construction)
Description
A collection of thin yellow-toned wire hoop earrings and a single open-work leaf charm. The set has a bohemian aesthetic, featuring a satin-gold finish that lacks the high luster of high-karat gold. The hoops are designed for simplicity, while the leaf pendant provides a nature-inspired accent.
Key Features
Filigree leaf texture, endless loop design, lightweight wire construction.
Color & Finish
Dull yellow with an antiqued/satin finish; the leaf shows darker oxidation in the crevices, common in costume jewelry.
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible; lack of stamps on wire ends or the flat area of the pendant usually indicates costume/fashion jewelry.
Dimensions Estimate
Hoops: 12-15mm diameter; Leaf: 10mm x 15mm; Wire thickness: Approx. 0.8mm (20 gauge)
Gemstones & Inlays
None; the leaf pendant features open-work filigree-style metal casting.
Clasp & Closure
Endless Hoop (sleeper) style; the wire end feeds into the hollow tube or rests in the earlobe.
Chain & Links
Round wire hoops; single jump ring connecting leaf to hoop.
Craftsmanship Details
Cast metal pendant with machine-drawn wire; simple assembly using a standard jump ring.
Authentication Indicators
Red Flags: Non-uniform color, irregular wire endings, no purity hallmark (e.g., 14K, 585), and typical 'brassy' look where the finish has thinned.
Origin & Maker
Likely mass-produced in East Asia (China or India) for the craft or fast-fashion market.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2000s-present) mass-produced fashion jewelry.
Age Estimate
Likely modern (last 5-10 years) based on design and finish.
Cultural Significance
Minimal; representative of modern 'Boho-Chic' everyday fashion accessories.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good; visible bending in the wire hoops (structural distortion) and some surface dulling/oxidation on the pendant.
Value Estimate
$5.00 - $15.00 (Fashion/Resale value); negligible melt value due to lack of precious metal content.
Care & Maintenance
Keep away from water and perfume to prevent 'greening' or plating loss; store in a dry cloth pouch.
Similar Items
14K Gold Sleeper Earrings (would be thinner and more rigid); Gold-Filled Jewelry (better surface wear and distinct GF stamp).
Interesting Facts
The 'leaf' is one of the most common motifs in jewelry history, symbolizing growth and renewal across nearly every culture.