This is a pair of vintage 14k yellow gold (marked) shell cameo dangle earrings.  The cameos are hand-carved and feature matching portraits of lovely ladies in a ruffle border.  The gold bead is 4.0mm wide, threat post with thread backing. The earrings are 3/4 inch long, 7/16 inch wide, and weigh 2.2 grams.  These pretty earrings are in excellent condition. Cira approx. 1940-1950's