An exceptional pair of Islamic Gold, Turquoise, and Pearl Earrings, ca. 10th century CE Paintings Spondylus shell was highly prized

Spondylus shell was highly prized by all Pre-Columbian cultures

thereafter private New England collection

the stone's red and orange hues were thought to bring balance

Provenance:  Private East Coast collection

the hands resting at the hips

An exceptional pair of Islamic Gold, Turquoise, and Pearl Earrings, ca. 10th century CE Paintings Spondylus shell was highly prizedExquisitely handcrafted, these ethereal earrings embody the timeless artistry of Islamic gold filigree work. The earrings are composed of three delicate gold filigree balls, with a central turquoise cabochon inlay. Suspended from graceful looped wires, the composition is embellished with small pearl drops threaded between the gold balls and above the granule finial, which lend balance and subtle movement to the form. The result is a masterpiece of