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Damascene Cross 1001F  Damascene Cross Necklace 1001F 22"Chain (approx) Pendant Height 1-3/8" Pendant Width 7/8" DamaC1001F 12.99 Out of Stock Dama Cross 1002F Damascene Cross Necklace 1002F 22"Chain (approx) Pendant Height 1" Width 5/8" DamaC1002F 11.99

Damascene Cross 1003F  Click Picture to Enlarge Damascene Cross 1003F  Description Height 7/8" Width 1/2" DamaC1003F 11.99

Damasquinado Necklace

Hola, A Wee Bit about Damasquinado de Oro Jewelry Origin

Damasquinado de Oro Jewelry is created in the city of Toledo, Spain by artisans at Anframa, S.A.  A Craft brought to Spain, this art of decorating non-precious metals with 18 and 24 carat gold  has remained virtually unchanged over the centuries.  Damaquinado de Oro items generally reflect two district types of patterns; the Arabesque or geometric designs, and the Renaissance motifs, displaying variations of birds and flowers.  These patterns are obtained by engraving deep, patterned cuts into steel and then placing a gold foil into lines of the design.  This foil is hammered until the gold penetrates into the cuts.  Each piece is treated with a bluing solution to obtain oxidation and the black background is formed.  All non-decorated areas are plated with 24 carat gold and any piece may be cleaned in the traditional way by using bread crumbs soaked in olive oil.  We hope you will enjoy this unique piece of Spanish craftsmanship for many years to come. Gracias y Adios!