Long teardrop earrings made in the Spanish damascene tradition, with hand-etched black steel panels bearing gold-inlaid birds in flight above sprays of leaves and a single flower. Each drop hangs from a small rectangular clip-back stud carrying its own matching floral motif, giving the earrings a two-tiered, elegant drop. Clip closures, unmarked.
Materials: Blackened steel with 24k gold inlay (damascene), gold-tone clip hardware
Details:
Era: 1960s–1970s
Style/design notes: Toledo-style damascene, two-tiered teardrop drops, bird and floral motifs, clip-on closure
Color: Black and gold tone
Condition: Good vintage condition, please see images
Measurement: 2.25" long
Collected by Mineral and Matter