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Vintage Trifari Gold Tone with Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1980s

About the Item

Vintage Trifari Gold Tone with Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1980s. These small but chic earrings have a drop piece and on top are three tiny pieces of diamanté that just add to the look. They could pass for fine. Clip on. These pieces are becoming rarer to find and this one represents the era so well.
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    11.5 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)Width: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)Diameter: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Great Condition.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: E19-331stDibs: LU2565224062102

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