Earrings with Faintly Silvered Roman Glass, Beaded Brass, Amethyst, Blue Antique Beads, and Ethnic Bells

These earrings are crafted by connecting faintly silvered Roman glass, beaded brass, amethyst, blue antique beads, and ethnic bells. Roman glass dates back to the Roman Empire (27 BCE - 395 CE). These pieces are fragments of pottery or vessels, polished and drilled. Although it's difficult to see in the photos, they possess a subtle silvering effect. Silvering occurs when glass is buried in the earth for extended periods, causing a chemical reaction between the glass and soil components, resulting in a shimmering iridescence. Not all glass buried for long durations develops this effect; it appears only when numerous specific conditions align. Both glass fragments show some chipping. The glass itself is a slightly varied shade of soda blue. The silvered sheen emerges when light hits the surface. (Roman glass dimensions: 1.6cm height, 1.3cm width) The small bells are parts from the Kuchi tribe of Afghanistan, once attached to decorative items, and are vintage pieces. They do not produce sound. The tiny beads are brass beads crafted by the Benin people of Africa. They feature incredibly intricate detailing! We've paired them with beautiful amethyst from Zambia. The blue beads are antique beads known as Indo-Pacific beads. The origins of Indo-Pacific beads are said to date back to the 2nd century BCE. These particular beads are excavated artifacts from Indonesia, dating back to approximately the 10th century – over 1000 years old! These earrings are a harmonious blend of diverse materials and eras. 【Customization Available!】 Hook earrings Screw-back earrings (with earring covers!) Size Length: Approximately 5.8cm (including earring hardware) Weight: Approximately 3.5g per earring (approximately 6.4g for both) Materials: Glass, Brass, Amethyst, Mixed Metals