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FREE: MY GRANDMA'S ~ ANTIQUE/VINTAGE ~MOTHER of PEARL EARRINGS with STERLING SILVER CLOSURES

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The listing, MY GRANDMA'S ~ ANTIQUE/VINTAGE ~MOTHER of PEARL EARRINGS with STERLING SILVER CLOSURES has ended.

Just Think ~~~~ about 80 years or so ago, a talented Craftsman, in far off Japan, turned a Seashell into these wearable works of Art. Wow!!
I am always amazed at the Creativity & resourcefulness of Humankind ~~

Look at the COLORS!! The SHEEN!!
Such Beauty to behold ~~
Back there in Japan, a young Serviceman, also was taken with the SAME, Beauty, Colors & Sheen & bought them to bring home to his Sweetheart~~

My Grandma Blanche was that Lucky Lady ;0)

She was probably the kindest & most Gentle Woman I ever met. She bore a gaggle of Daughters into the World, along with my wandering Grandpa Honorious, & my Mom was one of them.

Back in the early 1950's work was hard to find & salaries low, which meant both my Parents had to work & Grandma Blanche watched me until they got home at night. We had a Special relationship for which I am forever grateful.
At her passing, she asked my Mom to please be sure that I got her Jewelry. I was still too young too be wearing Pearls & Earrings to Grammar School, so my Mom put them up for me until several years ago.
I have been going through her lovely things as time goes on & when I find more that I feel I can part with, I will share them with you ;0)

The photos are the best description. They are not anywhere near new & perfect. As you can see, the backs have been glued back on a ew times ( my Mom has a couple of stories about she & her Sisters fighting about who was going to be borrowing them for their dates)
I tried to use a Loupe to show the Sterling mark on the backs & I was borderline successful. I'll try to take a better shot. Also there is an imperfection on the rear rim of one that cannot be see when wearing them. iIt is shown on the 2nd to last photo.
Ask questions if need be & obviously they are offered "as is". Much used & much Loved.

Shipping is Free, Careful & with Free Tracking.

Thanks for visiting & indulging me my Story.
I just Love items from our past sooo much ;0)

Be well~~

Questions & Comments

I am surprised to are parting with these earrings since they have sentimental value and she left them to YOU

Dec 25th, 2015 at 4:21:19 PM PST by

I don't wear them anymore & my Daughter has no interest in Antiques of any sort. Sooo..rather than squirreling them away, I decided to share w/folks that might enjoy them!

Dec 26th, 2015 at 6:14:41 AM PST by

Beautiful.

Dec 29th, 2015 at 8:20:18 AM PST by

Nice of you to share a sweet comment ;0)

Dec 29th, 2015 at 11:15:50 AM PST by

I absolutely enjoyed reading your description- the story and history behind these. Enchanting. I appreciate you offering them here. It would be silly to hold onto every single tangible item, when it is the memory that lives on.. :)

Jan 5th, 2016 at 8:22:58 PM PST by

Wow! What a wonderful compliment to wake up to this morning! It reminded me why I'm really here on Listia & that not all the Folks have an ulterior motive. Many Thanks, Miss Jennifer. I will try to uphold my standards for Super people like YOU ;0)

Jan 6th, 2016 at 3:36:20 AM PST by

Beautiful earrings and story.I knew before I got down to the location you are a southern girl. Whether you were born in the south or taught the genteel manners and spirit later, it shows through your story telling. From one southern girl (born in TN)that grew up in multiple southern states, I was taken back to those beautiful places were the oaks have Spanish moss hanging from them. Long country roads that are canopied by trees. Then last of all to my now gone grandma's house here in FL that grandpa built her with wrap around porch, huge pecan and oak trees, and meals cooked from food she got out of her garden. Thank you. .Blessed Be

Jan 7th, 2016 at 3:38:24 PM PST by

What a sweet & heartfelt message~~ I am of Northern roots but have many Southern branches , blooming with the aromatic & sensuous fragrance of the Blessings found in Dixie. Be well, my new Friend~~

Jan 8th, 2016 at 3:14:38 AM PST by

I'm going to ask even tho I know the answer. LOL! Is the Necklace included?

Dec 22nd, 2015 at 7:40:49 PM PST by

Dec 23rd, 2015 at 3:01:33 AM PST by

I also an interested in the question......Is the necklace included?

Dec 22nd, 2015 at 10:05:38 PM PST by

Dec 23rd, 2015 at 3:01:07 AM PST by

Thank, you.

Dec 25th, 2015 at 1:34:15 PM PST by

Beautiful pair. Excellent presentation! Worthy of a fan . . .

Dec 29th, 2015 at 4:47:14 PM PST by

So very nice of you say! Many Thanks ;0)

Dec 30th, 2015 at 8:05:53 AM PST by

lovely

Jan 2nd, 2016 at 4:17:19 PM PST by

Indeed! Thanks for your visit!

Jan 3rd, 2016 at 3:25:11 AM PST by

What a wonderful tribute to your grandma. It sounds like you were very blessed to see them as much as you did! I only got to see my grandparents 2 times a year growing up ( i changed that when i could drive but unfortunately, my grandma had passed by that time)however, i treasure the memories i have of them and going to their cafe , the Snappy Lunch cafe in mt.airy,nc.
Thanks for the trip down memory lane!

Jan 8th, 2016 at 1:57:40 PM PST by

It sounds like you have garnered some precious memories from that time in your life.
Your Love for them transcended the physical experience & elevated your memories into a forever moment. Ahhhh~~ the Power of LOVE ~~~~

Jan 9th, 2016 at 3:19:11 AM PST by

Lindahooper14268, nothing like a southern woman right! Conceived, born,raised and lived my entire life in Spartanburg county, sc and darn proud of it!
Dad born and raised in mt.airy, nc, mom born and raised in Elkin, nc!
My dad always told me to be proud to be a southern girl! !

Jan 8th, 2016 at 2:03:55 PM PST by

Bless Your Heart ;0)

Jan 9th, 2016 at 3:13:48 AM PST by

Love your story, your grandma ( whether here or in heaven with grandpa! : ) ), and, oh yeah, pretty earrings that would be perfect for my older friend, Judy!!!

Jan 9th, 2016 at 6:05:28 AM PST by

Oh how wonderful~~ I realize that older & wiser folk, feel a connection to days gone by & for a good reason! Good Luck in bidding for her!

Jan 9th, 2016 at 11:27:51 AM PST by

These are such beautiful earrings. The story behind them is just as beautiful. I love to hear other people's precious memories, its very humanizing

Jan 9th, 2016 at 8:41:13 AM PST by

After all, we are one World & one Cosmic force ~~

Jan 9th, 2016 at 11:24:17 AM PST by

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