Earrings, Oscar Betz, Chandelier, Multi-Stone, Hallmark, Vintage, 1814

KNOWN FOR HIS ORIGINAL STONE SETS AND ONE-OF-A-KIND JEWELRY, OSCAR BETZ IS MOST FAMOUS FOR PERFECTING THE FEATHERWEIGHT SOUTHWEST CHANDELIER EARRING. 

Despite their large scale, Betz’s earrings are easy to wear, perfectly balanced, and always set with a beautiful mix of stones. Prolific in the ’70s and ’80s, Oscar’s pieces are now actively sought out and purchased by Hollywood celebrities, including Liz Taylor, 7th Ave. designers, including Ralph Lauren, and collectors of fine Southwest jewelry. His work remains in high demand today.  

These colorful creations are vibrant vintage Oscar Betz earrings featuring stunning stones of bold blue lapis, turquoise, and orange spiny oyster. Each stone is hand-cut and set by the artisan. Hinged for light movement, these statement earrings are classic clip-on.

Oscar Betz (1954-; Anglo), Stone sets; stamp work.

Mark: Oscar Betz (script)

Santa Fe, New Mexico artist, Oscar Betz, has been a favorite of collectors and celebrities since the 1970s.  

He is known for his original stone sets and one of a kind jewelry and is famous for perfecting the featherweight, Southwest Chandelier earring.

• artist: Oscar Betz
• hallmarks: Oscar Betz Potosi Sterling
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, lapis, orange spiny
• dimensions: 3" x 1"
• weight: 21 grams
• clip
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure in their settings
• no stone chips or hairline fractures
• silver has a nice patina
• wear from use
• style number: JE1814