Antique Shibayama Insect Earrings of 14k Gold

A fascinating pair of earrings featuring finely detailed Shibayama insects, originally created as antique game pieces dating to 1900. The intricate insect motifs reflect the refined craftsmanship and naturalistic artistry associated with Japanese decorative arts of the period, with delicate inlay work lending texture and visual depth.

Our jeweler thoughtfully transformed the original elements into wearable earrings by adding 14 karat gold mountings and elegant sapphire surmounts, creating a graceful balance between historic artistry and modern wearability.

Each earring measures 1 inch from the top of the ear wire to the bottom and 0.3 inches wide, with a combined weight of 2.03 grams, offering a delicate yet distinctive presence and gentle movement when worn.

They are presented in great antique condition, with details crisp and surfaces well preserved.

Gemstone identification has been confirmed using Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive analytical technique that provides a precise chemical fingerprint to verify authenticity.

Metal authenticity has been professionally verified using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analysis and traditional jeweler’s acid testing, confirming solid 14K gold construction.

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