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17th Century Enamel Earrings (on white background)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (side view)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (on black background)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (backside view)
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17th Century Enamel Earrings

$1,250
17th Century Enamel Earrings (on white background)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (side view)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (on black background)
17th Century Enamel Earrings (backside view)
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A pair of 17th century components, as found, adapted to earrings with pearl tops. The stones are paste (hand cut leaded glass) and slightly different shades of crimson. The surrounds are exquisitely enameled in a zebra-like black and white pattern. The backs are enameled in turquoise enamel.

Materials

Silver, Paste, Enamel and Gold

Date

17th Century Components, More recent ear wires.

Condition

Fair, but commensurate with age. Enamel losses, wear to stones. Adapted into earrings, probably from components of a bracelet or necklace.

Size

Total Drop: 3/4"

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