Acquired by Helen Gallen Weeks (Elizabeth’s grandmother) in Fez, Morocco, 1969. These exquisite teardrop earrings are emblematic of Moroccan artisan jewelry of the late 1960s, featuring hand-inlaid turquoise, coral, and lapis lazuli fragments framed in ornate brass filigree. Each piece was meticulously handcrafted by local Moroccan artisans, showcasing the vivid geometric design typical of the Fez region’s metalwork tradition.
Details:
Origin: Fez, Morocco
Year: 1969
Materials: Turquoise, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Style: Hand-set mosaic in teardrop form
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina
These earrings embody the color and vibrancy of 1960s North African design — rich turquoise blue offset by deep lapis and coral red, interlaced with circular brass motifs. Their earthy yet elegant tone makes them perfect for both collectors of world jewelry and lovers of bold statement pieces.
Acquired by Helen Gallen Weeks (Elizabeth’s grandmother) in Fez, Morocco, 1969. These exquisite teardrop earrings are emblematic of Moroccan artisan jewelry of the late 1960s, featuring hand-inlaid turquoise, coral, and lapis lazuli fragments framed in ornate brass filigree. Each piece was meticulously handcrafted by local Moroccan artisans, showcasing the vivid geometric design typical of the Fez region’s metalwork tradition.
Details:
Origin: Fez, Morocco
Year: 1969
Materials: Turquoise, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Style: Hand-set mosaic in teardrop form
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina
These earrings embody the color and vibrancy of 1960s North African design — rich turquoise blue offset by deep lapis and coral red, interlaced with circular brass motifs. Their earthy yet elegant tone makes them perfect for both collectors of world jewelry and lovers of bold statement pieces.
