Earrings, Purple Enamel on Gold Tone, Wing & Seashell Shape, Clip-On, Vintage 1980s

The shape is hard to name — which is exactly what makes it interesting.

These 1980s clip-ons are purple enamel on gold-tone metal, forming a sweeping form that reads as wings, or seashells, or something in between — a quietly sculptural silhouette that's more interesting than anything with an obvious name. Unbranded but beautifully made, at 1.75 inches long they make a presence without overwhelming.

A distinctive gift for the vintage jewelry collector or anyone whose jewelry choices tend toward the unexpected.

• Style: Wing / seashell silhouette clip-on
• Material: Purple enamel on gold-tone metal
• Era: 1980s
• Dimensions: 1.75 inches long × approx. 0.75 inch wide
• Condition: Excellent vintage. No issues. All imperfections photographed.