1950s 900 Silver Shell Clip-On Earrings

Embrace classic elegance with these vintage 1950s clip-on earrings. They feature stunning shell-like waves in hollow-form 900 silver with clean, timeless lines.

Item Details

• Era: 1950s
• Period: Mid 20th Century
• Date of Manufacture: Circa 1950s
• Creator: Industria Argentina
• Metal: 900 Silver
• Materials: Hollow-Form 900 Silver
• Stone: None
• Stone Cut: None
• Closure: Hollow Wire Clip (Omega-style)
• Dimensions: 28 mm. x 24 mm. (1 1/8 inch x 1 inch)
• Weight: 12.9 grams
• Sold as: Pair
• Condition: Excellent Vintage
• Hallmarks: Industria Argentina, 900
• Style: 1950s Mid-Century Modern / Argentine Silver
• Origin: Argentina
• Place of Origin: Argentina

Fashion History

During the mid-20th century, Argentine silversmiths gained international acclaim for their exceptional craftsmanship and bold modernist designs. Artisans frequently utilized hollow-form techniques to create lightweight yet dramatic dimensional statement pieces.

Shell motifs became a favorite design element, celebrating the organic beauty of nature through polished precious metals. Crafted in high-purity 900 silver rather than standard sterling, these pieces benefited from a slightly firmer metal alloy that allowed silversmiths to achieve crisp architectural lines and structural integrity while maintaining a comfortable weight for everyday wear.