Descrizione

The 925 silver Crotalia earrings with Vesuvius Lava Stone are an elegant tribute to the jewelry of ancient Pompeii. The original earrings were found in the villa of Oplontis and Stabiae, and today they are kept at the Archaeological Museum of Naples. 

The ancient earrings Crotalia  had the pendant made up of two or three pearls that produced a pleasant tinkling by striking each other. This tThis type of accessory was very common, as evidenced by a Fayum portrait.

The CollectionCrotalia, is refined yet accessible, suitable for your elegant look.

Features
  • Material: 925 Silver, metal, lava stone             
  • Nickel-free
  • Weight: 9,6 g
  • Length: 7 cm
  • Diameter: 1 cm
  • Color: Silver / Gold
  • Made in Italy
Historical Curiosities 

In ancient Rome, crotalia earrings were worn by women of high rank. Their name comes from the sound produced by the pendants, similar to the tinkling of small bells, considered a good omen. These earrings were often decorated with pearls and precious stones and reflected the taste for luxury and refinement of the time.

Bibliography:
" Splendors. Luxury in Ornaments at Herculaneum ", curated by Francesco Sirano.
" Female Beauty in Pompeii. Cosmetics and Ornaments ", curated by Antonio D'Ambrosio.
" The Collections of the National Museum of Naples ", curated by the Pedicini Photographic Archive.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 30 reviews.

Customer photo review of Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio

Very good service, refined packaging and swift delivery. The earrings look and feel of quality. A smash hit with my significant other, who is not easy to please with regards to jewellery. A satisfying transaction...

Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio

The earrings arrived quickly and are a welcome addition to my wife's collection. We love the style and feel of them, and we're happy with the quality of the earrings.

Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio

Store owner replied: We are very excited to hear that you appreciate our work and that one of our jewels is part of your collection, thank you!

Un acquisto per un regalo, inutile dire che è stato molto apprezzato. La spedizione è stata rapida. Gli orecchini vengono consegnati in un sacchetto di velluto rosso, sono più belli che in foto con splendidi dettagli e hanno una leggerezza inaspettata. Consigliatissimo!!!

Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio

Beautiful, well made earrings, delivered to the UK quickly and safely. They came in a lovely velour bag, with a little card saying what they are made of and some information about the jewellery of Ancient Rome. I am very pleased with my purchase and the person I gifted them to was equally pleased!

Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio

Delighted with these good quality replica style earrings - a lovely souvenir of Mt. Etna and Pompeii. Well made, good weight, comfortable to wear. Thoughtfully presented in a stylish red suedette pouch with historical ref. info enc. Delivered promptly (to UK), well packaged, timely tracking info. Very impressed.

Orecchini stile Pompei Crotalia con Pietra Lavica del Vesuvio