$749.95
Antique
ANT E 1132
Antique Qing Dynasty Tian-Tsui and Jade Butterfly Hoop Earrings
These hooped butterfly earrings are antiques that originate from the Qing Dynasty, where a noble woman would have worn an intricate design such as this for a special occasion.
Antique stock, made by hand in the late 19th or early 20th century. Gilded silver with kingfisher feather (tian-tsui) finish depicts a butterfly with jade wings. Glass beads mimic pearls. 1 1/8 inches tall with french hook ear wires.
Artifacts & Antiques since 1964
Before he started manufacturing jewelry Shashi focused predominantly on importing. He made a living by searching the world over for antiquities. Our collections include 4000 year old mummy beads (shown), tian-tsui, enamel, articulating fish and more. It's a sizable assortment of artifacts & antiques. Learn more.
Made by Hand
Every piece in our collection is an original work of art. Each antique was once handmade by a master; shaped, detailed and embellished using age-old techniques as have goldsmiths and lapidaries throughout history.
Artifacts & Antiques since 1964
Before he started manufacturing jewelry Shashi focused predominantly on importing. He made a living by searching the world over for antiquities. Our collections include 4000 year old mummy beads (shown), tian-tsui, enamel, articulating fish and more. It's a sizable assortment of artifacts & antiques. Learn more.
Made by Hand
Every piece in our collection is an original work of art. Each antique was once handmade by a master; shaped, detailed and embellished using age-old techniques as have goldsmiths and lapidaries throughout history.
