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We have similar Mid Century and Turkish items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Century” or "Turkish" under our Buy-It-Now items.

Listing Description by: Angela A.

The Piece

Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965

Markings: Marked 925" and unidentified maker's mark "Cengiz" on the back of the earrings, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Turkey

Brand: Cengiz

Gram Weight: 19.0 grams

Metal Type: .925 sterling silver

Material: --

Main Stone: Sodalite

Main Stone Measurements/Color:
  • Diameter: 14.79 mm and 14.96 mm
  • Color: opaque bright blue hue with mottled areas of lighter and darker blue and white shades
Accent Stone: --

Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --

Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.

Stone Cuts: Carved and polished cabochon

Item Measurements:
  • Diameter: 0.95" and 0.96"
  • Depth: 0.39"
Earring Style: Cluster earrings

Earring Backing Style: Clip-on backings. Your jeweler can easily convert these to the preferred backing style you desire.

For Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears: Both

Notable Features:
  • These earrings were handmade in the Mid Century era in Turkey and composed of .925 sterling silver
  • The center of each earring features a beautiful sodalite stone with an opaque bright blue hue and mottled areas of lighter and darker blue and white shades
  • The stones rest securely in a bezel setting adorned with repeating rectangular motifs
  • The domed border of the earrings showcases hand-hammered texture for visual interest
  • Completed with clip-on backings for wear on un-pierced or pierced ears
Damage: Age appropriate wear. The sterling silver is tarnished in some areas, giving the earrings a lovely antique quality. The price of this item has been reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.

Sodalite is a rich blue ornamental mineral originally discovered in Greenland during the early 1800s, and is named for its high sodium content. Sodalite is usually opaque, and comes in all shades of blue, often with speckles or veins of white. Similar in color to lapis lazuli, uniformly royal blue sodalite is usually used as cabochons or beads. Sodalite can also be found in grey, yellow, green, or pink.


shipping


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payment


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The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today. Sodalite is a rich blue ornamental mineral originally discovered in Greenland during the early 1800s, and is named for its high sodium content. Sodalite is usually opaque, and comes in all shades
The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today. Sodalite is a rich blue ornamental mineral originally discovered in Greenland during the early 1800s, and is named for its high sodium content. Sodalite is usually opaque, and comes in all shades
The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today. Sodalite is a rich blue ornamental mineral originally discovered in Greenland during the early 1800s, and is named for its high sodium content. Sodalite is usually opaque, and comes in all shades