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Iraqi earrings

Posted by Lynn Ardent on July 25, 2015 at 11:28pm

A pair of silver earrings from Iraq with large filigree beads and stamped dangles. They are just about shoulder dusters. I believe this is the original configuration as the wires are much thicker than western ear wires. The pear-shaped filigree beads also resemble Syrian braid ornaments. Here is the reference I am using for Iraq in the Musee du Quai Branly: http://collections.quaibranly.fr/#3880f294-f3d7-41af-aa99-9634b83ce7bfAs always, other opinions are most welcome.

Comments

Betty July 26, 2015 at 11:31am

Lovely, Lynn - both the filigree beads and the dangles are wonderful. Enjoy wearing them!
Peter Hoesli July 26, 2015 at 10:04pm

Very nice Lynn and so beautifully worn. Congratulations. Peter