Old Metal Surveyor's Suitcase - No 2 Ruby Simple natural shell earrings finished

Simple natural shell earrings finished with sterling silver mounts and hooks

Afghan serpentine is often called Afghan jade in the jewellery trade (although this is not correct stone nomenclature)

4 mm diameter

and all represent the Rajasthani saint Baba Ramdev (Ramdevshi or Ram Dev)

400 and another on Etsy for over $4

Old Metal Surveyor's Suitcase - No 2 Ruby Simple natural shell earrings finishedThese metal trunk cases are a piece of real history from India. Used by surveyors during the times of the Raj and afterwards when roads and railways were being built all over India. These delightful metal trunks were used to protect the surveyors' instruments and other equipment. This charming old piece of Indian history would make a lovely addition to your home or your patio area. 19th century, India. Measurements: height 27 cm, length 64 cm, depth