Antique Shibayama Insect Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold tiger locket 5 inches wide and is

5 inches wide and is in very good condition with one small chip to the periphery of the moonstone visible only under magnificaiton

this piece would make a distinctive addition to any collection of important antique jewelry

24 carat modern round brilliant diamond of E color

The 14k gold charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1900-1910) transformed by removing the pin stem and welding on a 14k gold jump ring bail

while the natural star sapphire is a later replacement stone with an approximate weight of 9

Antique Shibayama Insect Conversion Earrings of 14k Gold tiger locket 5 inches wide and isThese distinctive earrings were created from antique Shibayama game pieces (circa 1880), a Japanese decorative art form celebrated for its intricate inlay work. Our jeweler carefully cut the pieces into elegant ovals, mounted them in 14k gold, and completed the design with sapphire surmounts and 14k gold ear wires. The result is a pair of earrings that beautifully fuses history, craftsmanship, and modern wearability. Each earring measures 1 inch from