Details: These lovely cameo earrings have beautiful coloring as they were carved from soft-hued shells of taupe and ivory. The carved busts are Roman-influenced. each earring with a bust at the top and at the main drop of the earrings. The busts are charmingly mismatched in the best way. featuring the likenesses of aristocratic women. The gold work framing the cameos have delicate rope detailing. Both unique and versatile - these earrings are quite a find.

Measurements: Overall drop 2 1/4. approximately 3/4 wide at widest point. The total weight is 9.6g.

Origin: English. 1870's. Cameos carved in Italy.