Spanish Damascene Woven Pattern Tassel Pendant Vintage Clip-On Earrings / Antique Western Jewelry

Inlaid work—known as *damasquinado* or *damasquino* in Spanish—is the art of decorating steel with gold and silver wire. Damascening is the art of inlaying different metals into one another (typically embedding gold or silver into a dark, oxidized steel background) to produce intricate patterns similar to *niello*. The English term derives from a perceived similarity to the rich brocade patterns of damask silk. The technique is still in use in cities with a long history of damascening, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Toledo, Spain, Eibar in the Basque Country, and Kyoto, Japan. ______________________________________ This batch is older and has more varied conditions. Vintage jewelry will inevitably show signs of age, but this does not affect its functionality or aesthetic appeal when worn. Please consider carefully if this is a concern for you. ⚜️ Circa 1940s-1960s ⚜️ Hallmark: SPAIN ⚜️ Gold plated ⚜️ Approximately 4.2cm in length, 0.9cm at its widest point ⚜️ Normal signs of wear; please examine photos carefully ⚜️ Will be provided with new ear pads 👀 Please note that measurements are taken with a tape measure, and slight variations are normal. As jewelry pieces are not perfectly square, the dimensions provided are for the longest and widest points. 🖤 This listing is for a pair of earrings only; other items shown in photos are not included. **Important Considerations Before Purchasing:** 💚 Please message us with any questions before buying. 💚 It is highly probable that metal from the 1940s-1980s will have some degree of fading, discoloration, or minor rust spots. Please purchase with this understanding. 💚 We strive to clearly present the items in photographs on the page; please examine the images and descriptions carefully. 💚 Vintage jewelry inherently carries the marks of its age, bearing traces of use after its journey through time. 💚 The style of the jewelry in this shop will not be altered (e.g., clip-on earrings will not be converted to post earrings). 💚 For those new to "Vintage Jewelry," please consider very carefully before purchasing. 💚 If an item arrives damaged to the point of not being wearable, a refund can be requested. However, refunds will not be issued for reasons such as the item differing from expectations, size discrepancies, color variations, or issues not related to damage incurred during transit. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53205194218_44172ae1b6_b.jpg