Kham Province, 19th-20th century A.D. A matched pair of very large gold 'Vase of Eternity' earrings, eachposed of solid gold body elements and gold-plated hoops with teardrop-shaped turquoise within decorative cell; pendant drop with coral beads and conical turquoise bead finial below, central large bead resting between chalice-shaped caps, upper cap with four straps set with small turquoise cabochons and filigree. Cf. Beguin, Dieux et Démons de l'Himalaya, Paris, 1979, p.284, no.378, for similar. 55.88 grams total, 95-99 mm (3 3/4 - 4 in.). Acquired before 1972. Property of a London gentleman.