Estate 18KT Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Clip On Earrings, Attributed to H. Stern, circa 1960's

Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and acid tested to confirm purity, this pair of sputnik style clip on earrings dates to the 1960's and carries an attribution to H. Stern, the Brazilian jeweler closely associated with this bold, atomic age design. Each earring forms a dense cluster of bezel set gemstones radiating outward in every direction, a hallmark of the sputnik silhouette that took its name and inspiration from the satellite era. Together the pair holds a total gemstone weight of 5.09 TCW across seven varieties: aqua, garnet, peridot, amethyst, citrine, and two shades of tourmaline, arranged in a rich, jewel toned mosaic.

The sputnik earring is a defined form within midcentury jewelry design, prized for its sculptural, three dimensional structure and its use of multiple gemstones set closely together to create texture and color rather than relying on a single center stone. Here, the mix of warm and cool tones, garnet reds, peridot greens, amethyst purples, citrine yellows, and aqua blues, gives each earring a kaleidoscope effect that catches light from every facet as it moves.

Please note, these earrings are not hallmarked H. Stern. However, this particular sputnik style, executed in 18kt yellow gold with this specific arrangement of multi colored gemstones, is a design widely recognized and attributed to the designer during this period.

Measuring 5/8 inch in diameter and finished with a comfortable clip on back, these earrings weigh 5.4 grams for the pair. A wonderful find for collectors of vintage designer jewelry or midcentury design, this pair brings genuine color, history, and craftsmanship to any collection.

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