MUGHAL Vintage Dangle Drops Earrings In 22Kt Rock Quartz

Pair of Mughal dangle drops Earrings. This is a beautiful vintage pair of Kundan dangle drop earrings, created in the Mughal Empire style. The gorgeous pair of dangle drops earrings has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 22 karats (0.916/0.999) with high polished finish. The earrings are embellished with eight sparkling foiled rock quartzes and are fitted at the reverse with 18Kt gold posts for pierced ears and 18Kt butterfly backs. As a special note, 91.67% of the total weight of these earrings are pure gold. Weight: 7.6 Grams, (4.87 Dwt). Measurements: 42 mm by 15 mm (1.65 x 0.59 Inches). Hallmarks: They are both electronically tested for .9166/.9999 gold, for 22 karats and 18kt for the butterfly backs. Mughal Jewelry Five centuries ago, India was under the rule and influence of the Mughal dynasty. The Mughal royalty were connoisseurs of architecture, arts, food, clothing and of course, jewelry. During the Mughal rule, jewelry-making was given utmost importance. This art gave birth to unique jewelry pieces studded with chunky gemstones and enameled with motif designs. Royal family members and people of high rank proudly displayed such jewelry all over their bodies, from jeweled turbans and head-jewelry to thick-set toe rings. The Mughal emperors wore silk turbans sequined with decorative, drooping feather-like ornaments. These turban ornaments are cast in enameled gold and are augmented with precious gemstones and pearls. Such head jewelry was