This round pin has a string of tiny turquoise beads twisted around textured gold tone metal. It is almost 1 ¾” around. The goldtone is discolored in places and some of the turquoise beads have tiny scratches.

The earrings are half loops. The goldtone is also discolored as are some of the turquoise beads.

The earrings were originally clips, but were converted to posts to make them more comfortable. While purists may disagree about switching the earrings from clips to posts, I think it’s more practical and allows the wearer to showcase these beauties without being pinched by clips! However, the removal of the clips did create some discoloring and scratches on the backs of the earrings. The posts are glued to the earring with heavy duty epoxy.

The other ends of both earrings are also discolored and scratched, although not from the conversion process. Some of the turquoise beads are discolored too.

I’m not sure if the turquoise beads are real or glass. I think they may be the latter.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Jenkintown, Pa.