19th century, Mauritania, Northwest Africa
These shells were worn in the hair. She looked like a princess. After over 100 years they acquired her beauty and mystique. It is near impossible to find a matched pair like this. Jewels purchases them together by someone else who discovered the remarkable match. Remember our work is not made in a factory- with cookie cutters. So beautiful!!!
These earrings are on clip tops.
One of a kind
Shells: 1 3/8 x 3/8″