Antique Pietra Dura Butterfly Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold anchor there is a small bit

there is a small bit of lead solder near the front of the whistle (visible only under magnification)

The 14k gold earrings measure 2

The 14k gold pierced bow was originally an antique 14k gold brooch (circa 1910-1915) that our jeweler transformed into a ring by removing the pin findings and welding it onto a 14k gold wedding band

three of the turquoise stones are original

Our jeweler carefully removed the original pin findings and added a 14k gold jump ring bail

Antique Pietra Dura Butterfly Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold anchor there is a small bitPietra dura is a decorative art that flourished in Florence during the 16th and 17th centuries. A form of mosaic, the intricate process involved cut to shape pieces of colored stones against a black slate. This beautifully inlaid construction greatly influenced Italian jewelry creations. Wonderfully designed, these pietra dura earrings illustrate colorful and dainty butterflies. The earring drops were originally 14k gold cufflinks (circa 1890 1910)