Vintage Spanish Damascene Horseshoe Pendant Necklace with Faux Pearl Drop

Description
A lucky horseshoe in glossy black and gold cradles a single pearl at its center, like a small moon held in an open arch. Made in the Spanish damascene style of the 1960s–1970s, it pairs four-petal flowers and beaded detailing with a hanging faux pearl that moves gently with wear. The horseshoe has long been carried as a symbol of protection and good fortune. A charming, storied piece that sits softly at the collarbone.

Materials
Gold-tone metal with black enamel and damascene-style detailing, faux pearl, gold-tone chain

on a new chain

Details

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Style / design notes: Horseshoe pendant with four-petal flowers, beaded bands, and dotted accents, faux pearl drop suspended at center
• Stone or material notes: Glossy black enamel ground with gold-tone design, round faux pearl
• Function: Spring ring clasp on chain (chain is not original)
• Color: Black, gold, pearl white
• Condition: Good vintage condition, gold-tone wear to the back of the pendant
• Measurement: Pendant .75", chain 18"

Collected by Mineral and Matter