Tibetan Official Earring

Tibet, 18th century

Dimensions: 8.5 cm

Earring of a high-ranking official from 18th century Tibet. The earring is made of red coral, blue glass, turquoise, pearl and gold inlays and details. The original Tibetan, official earrings have a large hoop, which, on this item, was probably replaced by a smaller version in later Europe.