19th century AD. A matched pair of beaded wire hollow earrings in 12th century AD style, each in the form of a bird with discoid cloisons to the eyes, feet and tail and a hollow spherical dangle to the beak; hinged hoop to the back, and each is inset with six cabochon rubies. 51 grams total, 65-66mm (2 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired 1990-2000. The rubies appear to be from Mysore, India, and are generally opaque to translucent. They may have been obtained during the period of Moghul rule in India. TimeLine Auctions Ltd arranges printed catalogue rostrum Auctions, eAuctions and Timed Auctions where we offer antiquities, ancient artefacts / artifacts, antiques, collectibles, coins, medals and books for public sale. [2]

Very fine condition.