What materials are used in these earrings?

These earrings are made of sterling silver with a gold wash finish and are marked 925 on the back.

What does the 925 mark on the earrings mean?

The 925 mark indicates that the earrings are made of sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver.

What is gold wash in jewelry?

Gold wash refers to a thin layer of gold applied over another metal, such as sterling silver, to give the appearance of gold jewelry at a more affordable price.

Are these earrings vintage or costume jewelry?

These earrings are vintage fine jewelry made of sterling silver with a gold wash, but they can also be considered costume jewelry due to the unknown stones.