These Green Bi-color Tourmaline 18k Gold Granulation Earrings are Classically-inspired 18k granulation. With 2 luminous and clear bi-color tourmaline cabochons bezel-set in 18k an accented ring of 18k gold granulation with a french wire and clasp back, these beauties will become a treasured family heirloom.
Granulation is an ancient fusing process utilized for thousands of years by the Etruscans and Mycenaeans. I alloy 24k gold down to 18k and create tiny granules. I place these granules with a 000 paint brush into the ring in two sizes of granules and then carefully heat the piece using a mouth torch to the point of fusing. Each sphere is connected by a tangent of metal creating a sleek and beautiful surface.
