{"product_id":"antique-late-18th-century-spanish-gold-and-diamond-pendeloque-earrings-iberian","title":"18th-Century Spanish Diamond Earrings","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking pair of late 18th-century Spanish pendeloque earrings, crafted in 21K gold and set with rose-cut diamonds that shimmer subtly in candlelight. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeighing a total of 10.91 grams, these earrings embody the distinctive Iberian aesthetic, with intricate tracery-style goldwork typical of Salamanca, Western Spain - a region with strong influences from both Spanish and Portuguese jewellery traditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach earring is designed in the pendeloque style, featuring an articulated drop that moves gracefully with the wearer. The back-to-front Catalan closures, a hallmark of period Spanish jewellery, remain functional and secure.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements: 4.5cm x 1.8cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Traditional back-to-front (Catalan) fittings, with a 10mm hoop diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: 21K gold, rich in hue and entirely handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiamonds: Set with rose-cut diamonds, known for their soft, romantic sparkle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEarrings of this type were often heirloom pieces, passed down through generations. The combination of finely worked gold and flinty rose-cut diamonds reflects the elegance of 18th-century Spanish craftsmanship, making these earrings a rare and wearable piece of history.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Excellent, with secure fittings and gentle age-related wear commensurate with their antique nature.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48470055059764,"sku":"1017810004","price":2689.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3438_1574528.jpg?v=1739527469","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/de-de\/products\/antique-late-18th-century-spanish-gold-and-diamond-pendeloque-earrings-iberian","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}