{"product_id":"vintage-sterling-earrings-mexico-925-tp-98-black-onyx-modernist-clip-1-75","title":"Vintage Sterling Earrings Mexico 925 TP-98 Black Onyx Modernist Clip 1.75”","description":"Striking vintage Mexican sterling silver clip-on earrings with a bold Modernist geometric design. Each earring features a large polished round black stone, likely onyx, bezel set against an angular triangular sterling silver form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe asymmetrical composition and substantial scale give these a wonderful Mexican Modernist \/ Taxco-style look. They weigh approximately 24.4 grams together, so they have a pleasing substantial feel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are clearly hallmarked 925, MEXICO and TP-98. The T in the Mexican letter-number registration system indicates Taxco, while the remaining letter and number relate to the registered silversmith\/workshop. This system replaced Mexico’s earlier eagle-mark system around 1979\/1980, so these are appropriately described as vintage, circa 1980s or later. I have not found a reliable attribution for TP-98 and would therefore leave the maker unidentified.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: Approximately 1.75” long x 1.25” wide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight: Approximately 24.4 grams total\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Clip-on\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarks: 925 • MEXICO • TP-98\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStone: Black stone, likely onyx\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very good vintage condition with surface scratches, light patina and normal wear to the sterling consistent with age. The black stones remain glossy and present beautifully. Please review photographs for full condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyling: These are fabulous statement earrings—the combination of sleek black cabochons and sharp geometric silver has that unmistakably dramatic Mexican Modernist aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e❗ JEWELRY CASES AND ANY OTHER ITEMS SHOWN ARE FOR STAGING\/DISPLAY ONLY AND ARE NOT INCLUDED. ❗\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe thoughtfully reuse boxes and packing materials whenever possible. Questions are always welcome.","brand":"Sterling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41799721615493,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/4238\/8613\/files\/2085f8bb-f8e4-4f65-98ca-ea18e686bf50.jpg?v=1786309381","url":"https:\/\/themarialvacollection.com\/products\/vintage-sterling-earrings-mexico-925-tp-98-black-onyx-modernist-clip-1-75","provider":"The Marialva Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}