http://collection.shangrilahawaii.org/internal/media/dispatcher/44124/fullPair of Gold-Set Pearl and Emerald Chandelier Earrings19th - 20th centuryHeight: 6 3/4 in. (17.1cm)Enameled gold, seed pearls, glass beads, diamonds, cordGift of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. Courtesy of the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art.57.58a-b1These long chandelier ear ornaments are composed of clusters of seed pearls and glass beads. This type of ornament is traditionally worn by brides and dancers. To reduce the weight on the wearer’s ear, these ornaments are secured to the hair and other jewelry.Jewelry0E-1017.14500000000E-101647594979