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Faux Pearl Screw-Back Earrings — Made in Japan, Circa 1950s

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Mid-Century (1940s–1960s) Rhinestone / Costume Good
JWLE-VR-0010
A lovely pair of mid-century faux pearl screw-back earrings with all the quiet glamour of the 1950s. Generously sized and luminous, these cream-ivory simulated pearls have a soft, flattering luster that catches the light beautifully. Stamped "Japan" on the screw-back findings — a hallmark of the postwar golden age of Japanese export costume jewelry.

Highlights

  • Faux pearl button style with a satisfying presence on the ear
  • Cream/ivory tone with well-preserved luster
  • Classic knurled screw-back findings — secure and comfortable for non-pierced ears
  • Stamped "JAPAN" on findings, dating to the late 1940s–1950s
  • Silver-toned base metal with authentic age patina

Condition

Good. Pearl surfaces are intact — no chips, cracks, or peeling. Luster is nicely preserved. The screw-back findings show oxidation and darkening consistent with age but remain fully functional. A gentle polish of the metal would brighten them up beautifully.
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Faux Pearl Screw-Back Earrings — Made in Japan, Circa 1950s

Circa Late 1940s – 1950s

Mid-Century Japanese Export Costume Jewelry

These cream faux pearl screw-backs came to us from a collector's estate in Hobbesville, North Carolina — a woman who spent her career in fine jewelry and knew quality at every price point. That she held onto these modest postwar Japanese exports says something. They're stamped "JAPAN" on the findings, dating them to the 1950s boom when Japanese manufacturers flooded the American market with affordable, well-made costume pieces.

The pearls have that warm ivory tone that only decades of careful keeping can preserve. Silver-toned base metal, honest age patina, screw-back closures that still grip the way they should. Nothing fancy, nothing pretending to be something it isn't — just a good pair of earrings that somebody wore and put away properly for seventy years.

Materials Simulated faux pearl (cream-ivory), silver-tone base metal screw-back findings
Care Store separately from other jewelry to prevent scratching the pearl surface. Clean pearls gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry immediately — do not soak or submerge. Avoid contact with perfume, hairspray, and cosmetics, which can dull the pearl coating over time. The silver-tone findings can be gently polished with a jewelry cloth if desired, but the natural patina is part of the piece's character. Do not use chemical silver polish, which may damage the pearl finish.
From the Research Archives
vintagerose.us Catalog No. JWLE-VR-0010 • March 2026

Specifications

Dimensions
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Weight
0.2 lbs
SKU
JWLE-VR-0010

A Little Piece of 1950s Elegance

There's something irresistible about a pair of pearl earrings from the Eisenhower era. They conjure images of luncheon dates, white gloves, and the kind of effortless polish that never really goes out of style. These faux pearl screw-back earrings are a perfect example of that timeless sensibility — simple, refined, and endlessly wearable. These are generously sized simulated pearls with a soft cream-ivory tone and a lovely, well-preserved luster. The surface has that slightly warm glow that makes faux pearls from this era so appealing — not the cold, glassy sheen of modern imitations, but something gentler and more flattering against the skin. The earrings feature classic knurled screw-back findings with a looped post, the style that dominated costume jewelry before clip-backs took over in the 1960s. The "JAPAN" stamp on the back of the screw mechanism places these firmly in the postwar golden age of Japanese export jewelry, when skilled artisans produced beautifully crafted costume pieces for the American market. This was the era that gave us some of the most collectible and wearable costume jewelry ever made. The silver-toned base metal findings have developed the honest patina of age — some darkening and oxidation that tells you these earrings have lived a life. It's the kind of character you can't fake, and a gentle polish would have them gleaming again if you prefer that look. Whether you're building a vintage jewelry collection, looking for the perfect finishing touch for a retro-inspired outfit, or simply appreciate the charm of mid-century accessories, these pearl earrings deliver understated elegance with ease.

Details

  • Faux pearl button earrings, generously sized
  • Cream/ivory tone with warm, well-preserved luster
  • Knurled screw-back findings with looped post
  • Stamped "JAPAN" — circa late 1940s to 1950s
  • Silver-toned base metal findings
  • Unsigned (no maker's mark beyond country of origin)

Condition

Good. The pearl surfaces are intact with no visible chips, cracks, or peeling, and the luster is nicely retained. The screw-back findings show oxidation and darkening consistent with their age — expected and authentic for pieces of this vintage. Both screw mechanisms appear fully functional. A gentle cleaning of the metal findings would brighten them considerably.

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