Ammonite Shell Earrings

The name "ammonite" comes from the spiral shape of these fossilized shells. Pliny the Elder (d. 79 AD near Pompeii) called fossils of these animals ammonis cornua ("horns of Ammon") because the Egyptian god Ammon (Amun) was typically depicted wearing ram's horns.

ERS9208
Finish: Solid brass, electro-plated with non-tarnishing silver, hand enameled, ear posts are hypo-allergenic
Dimensions: Hangs approx. 1" Gift Boxed with Provenance Card
Made in USA