Damaskos Byzantine 18K Gold Stud Earrings with Peridot

These curved stud earrings from Damaskos are built around the contrast between matte black platinum and warm 18K gold — a pairing that defines the house’s Byzantine aesthetic. The curved form is set with natural peridot and citrine alongside eight round diamonds, each measuring 1.80mm, creating a restrained play of color across the surface.

The earrings are worked in granulation, twisted wire rope, and hand-hammered martillé — three techniques with roots in ancient Greek goldsmithing. Granulation involves fusing tiny spheres of gold onto a surface without solder, a process requiring precise heat control. Twisted wire rope is drawn and coiled by hand to create structured linear borders. The martillé finish is applied by hammer to produce a velvety, light-scattering texture that distinguishes handmade work from cast or machine-finished pieces. All metalwork is in 18K gold.

Damaskos is an Athenian atelier with decades of continuous practice in pre-classical and Byzantine goldsmithing traditions. These earrings pair naturally with other pieces from the Byzantine collection — a ring, necklace, or bracelet in the same design language — and are suited to both daily wear and formal occasions. Also available in all gold without the black platinum detailing.