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Gold Earring Inlaid with
Pearls, Jadeite and
Gemstones in Floral Decor
Ch'ing Dynasty (A.D. 1644-
1911)
Overall length 2.8cm
The outer face of the
ring takes the form of a
single sunflower with four
petals each inlaid with a
pastel jasper, a calyx of
jadeite, and a pearl inlaid
in the centre. The lower
portion has a semi-annular
shape and is embellished
with flowers inlaid with
jadeite and gemstones.