Antique Horn Clip Earrings

Ok, I am stumped.  These are some of the strangest, yet most interesting earrings I have come across over the years.  I am not sure what they are made of, but it appears to be animal horn, bone, or teeth.  They feature goldtone clips with attached round "horn" discs and dangling "horn" spheres.  They are hand-carved and set, as each part is uniquely shaped.  Did you know that animal horns and bones have been used in making jewelry since 38,000 B.C.!  Please let me know if anyone has any information about these earrings.  I could not find any similar pieces anywhere.

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on http://www.rubylane.com/ is coming soon.

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Beads by Mail. Retrieved 5/3/2011 from http://beadsbymail.com/bone_details.htm?vm=r