What is Damascene-Toledo Jewelry...(Article 2)
"Damascening is the application of gold or silver on iron or steel to produce a decorative pattern. Around the XV century it became popular in Europe, and at present, the art work produced in Toledo, Spain, is famous all over the world. The procedure used by the artisans is to cover the surface of the object lengthwise and across with fine, narrow grooves, by means of sharp steel cutting tools. Then gold threats or fine wires are taken and the decorative pattern drawn, the wire being pressed into grooves by means of a steel punch. In order that the gold is perfectly retained, it is hammered in with a small punch and a hammer. Afterwards the part is blued using the same procedure as employed for blueing firearms. We are pleased to present the finest damascening from Toledo, with a guarantee that our pieces are made with 24 karat yellow gold and 18 karat green gold, inlaid with a minimum thickness of 3 micron."
