Original enamelled Moretto dell’Adriatico, in gilded 925 sterling silver with glass “Murrina”, enamel as per the ancient Fiume tradition. Size 2.5 cm – The baked enamel, strictly black and white as dictated by centuries-old tradition, is resistant to fresh or salt water, perfumes and solvents. The technique of this enamelling is very complex and requires a lot of technical skill;
Brief history, where was the Moretto jewel of the Adriatic born? This type of Moor seems to originate in the Near East, worn by women on their ears. The continuous contacts of sailors with the lands of the East for their trade contributed to the introduction of dark brown earrings, also in Fiume and then in Venice. It probably happened before the Republic of Venice settled in Fiume, after more or less bloody battles (May 1508). The Moors like those reproduced here, had the shape of the Moor’s head fused together with the Muslim turban, in gold and enamel, and soon conquered the entire coast of Dalmatia. Only later was the crescent and star applied in some models, which refers to the domination of the Turks. Today the laboratories that make them are truly rare. Price on request – Sometimes we publish jewels on the site that are only available to order; often photos and details of the jewels you see are published as a historical reference of our 50 years and more of activity for your future orders. We almost always do not publish prices due to the constantly changing costs of precious metals and stones; you can ask us if the jewel you saw is available, we will absolutely reply as soon as possible also for a quote. To request information, use the “send a request for this product” button, call 041 5287549 or send an email to info@webjewels.it
Adriatic blackamoor pendant with Murrina
Adriatic blackamoor pendant with Murrina
Original enamelled Moretto dell’Adriatico, in gilded 925 sterling silver with glass “Murrina”, enamel as per the ancient Fiume tradition. Size 2.5 cm – The baked enamel, strictly black and white as dictated by centuries-old tradition, is resistant to fresh or salt water, perfumes and solvents. The technique of this enamelling is very complex and requires a lot of technical skill;
Brief history, where was the Moretto jewel of the Adriatic born? This type of Moor seems to originate in the Near East, worn by women on their ears. The continuous contacts of sailors with the lands of the East for their trade contributed to the introduction of dark brown earrings, also in Fiume and then in Venice. It probably happened before the Republic of Venice settled in Fiume, after more or less bloody battles (May 1508). The Moors like those reproduced here, had the shape of the Moor’s head fused together with the Muslim turban, in gold and enamel, and soon conquered the entire coast of Dalmatia. Only later was the crescent and star applied in some models, which refers to the domination of the Turks. Today the laboratories that make them are truly rare. Price on request – Sometimes we publish jewels on the site that are only available to order; often photos and details of the jewels you see are published as a historical reference of our 50 years and more of activity for your future orders. We almost always do not publish prices due to the constantly changing costs of precious metals and stones; you can ask us if the jewel you saw is available, we will absolutely reply as soon as possible also for a quote. To request information, use the “send a request for this product” button, call 041 5287549 or send an email to info@webjewels.it
