Antique enormous earrings from the Mughal / Nizam era in India. At least 200 years old. Diamonds, genuine Basra Pearls, emeralds set in gold which tests to at least

14k.  

Almost 4 inches long. Total weight is 54.7grams.  

Sturdy gold wires suport a double hoop of diamonds and pearls, with smaller pearls and emeralds dangling in clusters below each hoop. The center of the large, outer

hoop suspends a fish, in turn dangling clusters of pearls and emeralds including a large emerald bead in the center. The fish may be one of the forms that the Indian

god Krishna assumes or simply a traditional symbol of fertility, to ensure the continuity of the clan. It is set with diamonds. The myriad of small parts gives a

sense of perpetual motion. These earrings are extremely rare and rightfully can be considered museum pieces.  In fact, an almost identical pair of earrings (in

silver & white sapphires, without the emeralds), from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, is shown on page 74 of Nick Barnard's book on Indian Jewellery and it

was procured by the V&A from the Indian Museum. 

Condition is very good.