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Materials
– 5 mm round lapis-lazuli beads
– Gold-plated components made in Colombia using the lost-wax casting technique
– Golden finish: 24k gold plating over a copper base, with a satin matte patinaPendant
– Zenú-inspired half-moon pendant with openwork circular motif
– Height: 2.2 cm
– Width: 2.5 cmSize & Clasp
– Necklace length: 43,5 cm
– 3 cm extender chain
– Mounted on flexible coated steel wire for durability and fluidity
– Fastens with a lobster clasp (gold-plated) -
Each gold-toned component in the Galeria Eldorado collection is crafted using the lost-wax casting technique (cire perdue), echoing methods once mastered by ancient Colombian goldsmiths.
In Bogotá, local artisans sculpt or mould each design in wax. The wax models are encased in a heat-resistant material, then kiln-fired to melt the wax and create a hollow form. Molten copper is poured into this cavity to produce the final piece.
After casting, the metal is carefully cleaned and polished, coated with a layer of silver, and plated with two layers of 24k gold.
A final satin matte finish softly diffuses the light, giving the metal a warm, timeworn glow — evocative of ancient ceremonial jewellery.
This meticulous, hands-on process ensures the uniqueness and authenticity of every piece.
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The pendant reinterprets half-moon ear ornaments associated with the ancient Sinú (or Zenú) goldworking tradition of Colombia’s Caribbean lowlands, particularly the early period dating from approximately 200 BCE to 1000 CE.
Characterised by its semicircular silhouette, openwork construction and rhythmic repetition of rounded forms, the design reflects the remarkable technical refinement achieved by ancient Zenú goldsmiths. Similar ornaments formed part of an elaborate tradition of bodily adornment in which gold objects could express social identity, status and ceremonial significance.
Lapis lazuli was not traditionally used in pre-Columbian Colombian jewellery, where goldsmiths combined metalwork with other locally available stones and materials. Its presence here is deliberately contemporary: the intense blue stone, traditionally associated with wisdom, inner vision and truth, creates a striking contrast with the warm gold.
The result is a contemporary jewel inspired by pre-Columbian Colombia — combining an ancestral goldworking form with a modern choice of natural stone.
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Galeria Eldorado features jewellery inspired by the goldwork of ancient Colombian civilizations such as the Muisca, Quimbaya, Tairona, Zenú, Calima and Tolima.
These cultures flourished across present-day Colombia from around 1500 BCE until the early 16th century, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of ornaments in tumbaga — an alloy of gold, copper, and sometimes silver.
Today, these artefacts are preserved in major museums, including the Museo del Oro (Bogotá), the Museum of Ethnology (Berlin), the Museo de las Américas (Madrid), the MET (New York), the British Museum (London) and the Musée du Quai Branly (Paris).
Galeria Eldorado revives these ancestral forms through contemporary craftsmanship.
Each piece is handcrafted in small series, using traditional techniques and natural materials. The golden elements are cast and finished in Bogotá, continuing the lineage of Colombia’s ancestral goldsmithing heritage.
Bracelets, earrings, and necklaces featuring natural stones are often one-of-a-kind, selected and assembled individually to ensure the uniqueness of each piece.
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To preserve the satin matte finish of the gold-plated components, avoid contact with water, perfumes, or cosmetics.
This soft surface is designed to absorb and gently diffuse light, echoing the patina of ancient ceremonial objects.
Clean gently with a soft dry cloth and store in a separate pouch to avoid scratches.
With proper care, your piece will retain its warm, understated glow for years to come.
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If you have any special requests or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us via WhatsApp at (+34) 664 424 384 or by email at boutique@ambart-palma.com.
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Delicate half-moon hook earrings inspired by ancient Zenú (or Sinú) goldwork, featuring an intricate openwork design and finely textured borders.
Suspended from simple hooks, the half-moon motifs move gently below the earlobe, highlighting their delicate openwork construction. Their warm satin gold finish gives this pre-Columbian inspired design an elegant and contemporary character.
Part of the Galeria Eldorado collection.