Egyptian Royal Triple Drop Earrings

At the dawn of ancient Egypt civilization (c. 3100 B.C.), the belief in an afterlife was documented by hieroglyphics and tomb decorations. Jewelry was often worn as a protective talisman ? gold symbolized the life-giving rays of the sun. Gold-plated earrings feature three strands each of turquoise and gold-plated beads. Pierced with wire loop. 1"l x 1/2"w.