The Lion earrings are adorned with grey baroque Akoya pearls chosen for their beautifully unique shape and natural inclusions and two antique Venetian coins depicting a lion, symbolizing protection and courage. They are carefully handmade in Italy, intended to be a reminder to the wearer to be strong and courageous. Finished with post backings. Designed by Alessandro Ricevuto and handmade in her studio in Italy, her jewelry is inspired by the iconographic symbolism of Italian arts, history and culture. Each piece is created with extreme dedication to ensuring each piece is realized using the highest quality raw materials and centuries-old manufacturing techniques that have been passed down from father to son in the town of Torre del Greco, one of Italy's four famous jewelry districts. Measures 1.2 in.