Islamic floral scrolls CLIP earrings

     The ornate clip earrings decorated in high relief with floral scrolls and cloud bands, adapted from the central medallion of a famous gilded leather bookbinding.  Turkey, mid 16th century.
Original image on left.

     24K gold-plate over pewter & brass.  Measures approximately 1.1” x 1.2”.


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