Pair of Plains or Pueblo Earrings, Shell discs, 19th Century

Plains or Pueblo

19th century | Shell, Steel, Glass Beads | Item 2679

This is an early pair of beautiful Plains or Pueblo earrings. They are made of shell and are round discs with finely serrated edges. The shells show good age, with a smooth, golden patina. The shell discs hang on a steel ring that has two, faceted glass beads each earring. Three of the beads are cobalt and one is a deep green.

Price
$1,450
Dimensions Shell: 1 3/8" diameter, overall: 2"
Condition Very good with a beautiful aged patina
Provenance Private collection in Albuquerque, New Mexico
An early and rare pair of Plains or Pueblo shell earrings, as round discs with serrated edges, 2 glass beads on a ring, 19th C.