Vtg GERMANY Silver Leaf Necklace Earrings Set Mid Century Textured Choker Demi Parure 17”

A beautifully matched demi-parure from the golden era of West German export jewelry — this silver-tone leaf necklace and earring set showcases the meticulous botanical craftsmanship that made post-WWII Pforzheim workshops famous worldwide. Each articulated leaf panel is intricately cast with a high-polished central vein set against a finely detailed, shimmering "pebble-textured" surface that catches the light from every angle. A rare and versatile design touch: the clip-on earrings feature integrated loop tops, allowing them to slide onto any fine chain and double as pendant charms.

About the Maker

This set bears crisp "MADE IN GERMANY" and "GERMANY" hallmarks, consistent with the high-quality costume and fashion jewelry exported from Pforzheim, Germany — the "City of Gold" and Europe's premier jewelry manufacturing center — during the 1950s and 1960s. Post-WWII German export workshops were renowned for their precision casting, fine surface detailing, and durable silver-tone finishes, producing pieces that rivaled fine jewelry in craftsmanship while remaining accessible. Pforzheim-origin pieces are increasingly sought by collectors of mid-century European jewelry.

Details

• Origin: West Germany (stamped MADE IN GERMANY / GERMANY)
• Era: Mid-Century Modern, circa 1950s–1960s
• Set Includes: One necklace + one pair of clip-on earrings (demi-parure)
• Necklace Length: 17 inches total; hook clasp clips along open-link extension chain for shorter/choker wear
• Earrings: Statement-size paddle clip backings; integrated loop tops allow conversion to pendant charms on a chain
• Material: Silver-tone metal (base metal with silver-tone finish)
• Motif: Botanical leaf / foliage — pebble-textured surface with high-polished central vein

Condition

Excellent Vintage Condition. The silver-tone metal finish is bright, clean, and lustrous with no major plating loss or heavy tarnishing. The hook clasp holds firmly, and both earring clips are snappy, tight, and completely functional. Hallmarks are crisp and legible on both the connector ring and hook clasp. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.

Comparable Market Value (CMV)

To provide context for our pricing, we researched comparable vintage West German silver-tone demi-parure sets — particularly leaf and botanical motif necklace-and-earring sets with Pforzheim-origin hallmarks — across leading resale and collector markets:

• 1stDibs: Vintage German silver-tone demi-parure sets from the 1950s–60s are listed by vetted dealers at $85–$250+, with matched botanical sets at the higher end. (1stdibs.com)
• Ruby Lane: Mid-century West German costume jewelry sets in excellent condition are priced by established dealers at $65–$175, depending on motif complexity and completeness. (rubylane.com)
• Etsy (Sold Listings): Comparable vintage German silver-tone leaf necklace and earring sets have sold from established vintage dealers at $45–$140. (etsy.com)
• eBay (Sold Listings): Vintage West German demi-parure sets in excellent condition with clear hallmarks have sold in the $35–$120 range, with matched botanical sets trending toward the top. (ebay.com)

Our price of $35 reflects the exceptional condition, the matched completeness of the set, the verified German hallmarks, and the versatile convertible earring design — positioning this piece well within, and at the accessible end of, the comparable collector market for West German mid-century jewelry of this quality.