Ancient Pre-Columbian chimu shell and clay beads surrounded by 22k gold. This particular pair is one of only a handful of earrings created by Liz Marx Studios using LoU's original metalsmith and treasures from LoU's collection.The dimensions from the top of the ear wire downward measures 2'' x .5'' across. All of LoU's 22k work is solid gold and never filled nor plated. LZCEG-003