Circular Ring Studs - Lorraine Allan
 
Metal/Material Used: OxidisedSilver with 18carat Gold 'Keum Boo' Technique
Earring Dimensions: 1.2cm x 1.2cm x 0cm (approx.) (h x w x d)
Earring Type: stud
 
Description:  A circular ring of Oxidised Silver with four small Gold Balls fused to the bottom edge on a stud earring. Simple but attractive design. Presented in a gift box.
 
Technique: Keum Boo is an ancient Korean technique, whereby high carat gold is fused to the surface of silver. Sometimes oxidation (blackening) of the silver is used to create a strong colour contrast with the gold, resulting in striking and individual pieces.
 
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