Traditional Filigree Necklace
Through careful arrangement the traditional element of Mompox filigree, the caracol, creates layers of understated patterns. As you get closer these ordered layers resolve into lively loops of silver wire.
Size: Approx. 1” in diameter
Made in Mompox, Colombia
Materials: sterling silver
Our filigree creations begin with raw silver sourced from local mines. Master smiths meticulously craft each piece, one wire at a time, in the last town in South America where the ancient art of filigree is still kept alive. We use only sterling silver to minimize the risk of allergies, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this beautiful 5,000-year-old tradition.
Through careful arrangement the traditional element of Mompox filigree, the caracol, creates layers of understated patterns. As you get closer these ordered layers resolve into lively loops of silver wire.
Size: Approx. 1” in diameter
Made in Mompox, Colombia
Materials: sterling silver
Our filigree creations begin with raw silver sourced from local mines. Master smiths meticulously craft each piece, one wire at a time, in the last town in South America where the ancient art of filigree is still kept alive. We use only sterling silver to minimize the risk of allergies, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this beautiful 5,000-year-old tradition.
Through careful arrangement the traditional element of Mompox filigree, the caracol, creates layers of understated patterns. As you get closer these ordered layers resolve into lively loops of silver wire.
Size: Approx. 1” in diameter
Made in Mompox, Colombia
Materials: sterling silver
Our filigree creations begin with raw silver sourced from local mines. Master smiths meticulously craft each piece, one wire at a time, in the last town in South America where the ancient art of filigree is still kept alive. We use only sterling silver to minimize the risk of allergies, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this beautiful 5,000-year-old tradition.
About the Artisan
Trespalacios Family: Filigree Jewelry, Mompox, Colombia
The Trespalacios family are silversmiths from Santa Cruz de Mompox, Colombia. They specialize in filigree jewelry; creating fine silver and gold wire, then manipulating and shaping it into intricate patterns. Their family has been making jewelry in Mompox for over 200 years.