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Antique Taurus Zodiac Carved Agate Intaglio Bead Mounted as a 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carved agate or chalcedony bead. Mounted in a contemporary 14 karat yellow gold frame and fixed bail for
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20th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, 14k Gold

One Carat Diamond Trefoil Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, GIA
Located in New York, NY
One carat round brilliant diamond pendant in an "of the moment" yet timeless high karat yellow gold
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Necklace with Lion Coral and Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
18 karat gold, showcasing a realistic lion coral sculpture as its central piece. The coral is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Castellani Ancient 3rd to 7th Century Carnelian Lion Intaglio 18kt Gold Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
intaglio is set below the bezel with braided gold surrounding the center. The border is flat with bright
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

REINSTEIN ROSS Clips-On Earrings In Brushed 20Kt Yellow Gold With Vivid Peridots
By Reinstein/Ross
Located in Miami, FL
with classic patterns in solid yellow gold of 20 karats (.833/.999 Au) with a delicate thin brushed
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Vintage 1970s American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18k Gold Panther Ring Ruby Eye Diamonds. Leopard Pounce
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
is additionally stamped 750 to authenticate it is 18kt yellow gold. The ring is a panther grabbing
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21st Century and Contemporary Etruscan Revival Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Emerald Pear Cut Triple Graduated Granulation Necklace in 18Kt Gold and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Emerald Pear Cut and Pear Shape Necklace in 18Kt Gold with Diamonds. The necklace is graduated in
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2010s Greek Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Birks, Antique Amethyst 14K Yellow Gold Brooch, Canada, Circa 1900
By Birks
Located in Chatham, CA
BIRKS (1879-Present) - Antique 14K yellow gold oval brooch - set with one large oval faceted purple
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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold 1.12ctw White Fancy Brown Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
- VS2/SI1 Clarity - 0.42ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 1.12 (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold w
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20th Century Etruscan Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
craftsmanship of the Mughal period. Crafted from 22 karat yellow gold, the bangles feature stunning red, blue
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Antique 19th Century South Asian Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
, Castellani had the entree to visit the Ancient Etruscan ruins. He was able to study these Ancient designs as
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set Round Brilliant Diamond and Scroll Swirl Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This handsome and unique yellow gold ring features a center, round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Band Rings

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Garnets in Filigree Flower Setting
Located in Arnhem, NL
A 14 karat yellow gold rosette ring with garnet. The ring is set with 7 faceted garnets in filigree
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Etruscan Revival Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Judith Ripka Bloodstone Intaglio Ring with Diamonds
By Judith Ripka
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18K yellow gold Signet Ring by Judith Ripka is centered around an oval shaped soldier's
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Late 20th Century American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian 1860 Ancient Revival Ram Ring in Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
century with a mix of ancient Etruscan and Egyptian revival patterns. The ring is of European origin and
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Antique 1850s English Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Vintage Coral Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signed Sforza
Located in Southport, CT
What a wonderful vintage find! This necklace features forty-three Sardinian Salmon Colored Coral cut into faceted barrel shape beads ranging from 6.30 - 11.50 mm in size. The clasp...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Peridot Pear Shape Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with pave Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Green Peridot Pear Shape Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with pave Diamonds. The stones are blue and
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2010s Greek Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Opal Onyx Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 18K Rose Gold. This Ring has 3.80 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Onyx, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

ROMAN REVIVAL 1880 Micro Mosaic Bangle Bracelet In Solid 19Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
substantial, bold and was carefully crafted with Roman and Etruscan revival patterns in solid rich yellow gold
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Antique 1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Jasper, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Roman + Jules Ruby and Diamond Band Set in 14k White and Yellow Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Roman + Jules Ruby and Diamond Band set in 14K White and Yellow Gold This antique-inspired wide
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Necklace and Earrings with Lion Turquoise, Diamonds, and Rubies
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
matching earrings, crafted in 18 karat gold and adorned with stunning lion turquoise, diamonds, and rubies
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold

Polka Dot Mandala, a Kent Raible Hand Ornament 18K Gold, Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
exclusively by the artist himself in 18 Karat gold and Platinum, with Rainbow Moonstone, Diamonds and Pearls
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chic French Sixties Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, France. This sixties ring is delightfully Etruscan at its ultimate revivalist
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Vintage 1960s French Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Archaeological-Revival Brooch, second half 19th Century
By Castellani
Located in Firenze, IT
family who, in the wake of contemporary Etruscan art discoveries, created a goldsmith's factory
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Archaeological Revival Fibula Brooch
Located in New York, NY
formed as spirals of bronze wire. In the Etruscan world, fibulae were formed of bronze, amber or gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Dangle Clip-On Gilded Earrings
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the epitome of timeless elegance and bohemian charm, the Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Dangle Clip-On Gilded Earrings. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these e...
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Geometric Star Stud Earrings
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
These S.Georgios designer Stud Earrings are 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Herco Italian 14k Gold Necklace Woven Design
By Herco
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
long history shaped by ancient Greek, Roman and Etruscan traditions. Yellow gold has always been the
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1990s Italian Rope Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Owl Stick Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique Owl Stick Pin A stick pin with an engraved gold owl at the top, with two cabochon rubies
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20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Sixties Hi-Karat Greek Ram s Head Ring
By Zolotas
Located in Litchfield, CT
yellow gold ring is in excellent condition. Remark: "From ancient Greece to the catwalks of Fashion Week
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Vintage 1960s Greek Etruscan Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Roman Bracelet
By Nebu jewelry by Youmna Elsabry
Located in Plano, TX
-Available -22K gold -Handmade -Toggle clasp -Stamped with Nebu logo -7 inch (but can be made to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

22k Gold

22K Roman Bracelet
22K Roman Bracelet
$13,700 / item
Vintage Italian Bracelet 18k Gold Marquise Shape Link
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Italian bracelet, made of 18k gold. The bracelet’s fluid design built from repeating
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Vintage 1970s Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Nomadic Woven Ring
Located in London, GB
Assay offices and discovered to be 14ct Gold suggested era 1920 possibly earlier or slightly later
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Vintage 1920s Persian Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Nomadic Woven Ring
Antique Nomadic Woven Ring
$875 Sale Price
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9 Karat Lava Cameo Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This wonderful lava ring was sold in Naples to travelers on the Grand Tour as souvenir jewelry in the 1820’s to 40's after the discovery of the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum in th...
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Antique 1830s Italian Etruscan Revival More Rings

Materials

10k Gold

Victorian Tri Color Gold Filled Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Tri Color Gold Filled Bangle. Late 19th Century with tri colored gold applications on
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Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Bangles

Materials

Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Louis Rousselet Gilt Tassel and Crystal Earclips
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Etruscan revival gilt filigree double tassel earclips. The chain tassel is enhanced
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Antique 1830s French Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

18KT Florentine Engraved Trillion Peridot Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
warm, 18-karat yellow gold as is stamped inside the shank. The center stone is set in a sweet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Smokey Topaz and Garnet Pendant Necklace, Drop
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Etruscan Style Pendant featuring a Topaz oval shaped and is dropped from a starburst yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Castellani GIA 20.64ct Sapphire Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
rings with this outline. We have used the Castellani® Ancient Terra-Cotta Red™ 18kt gold, with a bright
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Filigree Fob Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
link chain with a medium and large baroque pearl and Etruscan Revival gilt filigrees. The dangling
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Vintage 1950s North American Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise Stud Earrings
Located in Portland, England
A beautiful pair of antique Victorian 9ct gold turquoise earrings from the Etruscan revival period
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Antique Early 1900s British Stud Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Victorian .55 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Rare Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
mounting Very much Etruscan inspired Metal: 18 Kt gold and platinum, tested Hallmarks: assay quite worn
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Antique Late 19th Century European Etruscan Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Georgian 18K Gold Hercules and Omphale Tassie Intaglio Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold ring features an intaglio attributed to James Tassie, circa 1760-1780. The deep, red
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Sapphire Diamond Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch 15ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1895 Makers Mark L & L Fabulous, Victorian
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold

Castellani Antique 15 Karat Gold Hollowform Pendant Earrings
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Handsome Etruscan Revival 15kt yellow gold hollowform drop earrings on wires, decorated with
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Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved Tanzanian Zircon and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
it a stunning silk effect. It is set in 18-karat yellow gold, as stamped inside the shank, and
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Pair of 21K Gold Earrings w Roman Coins
Located in Atlanta, GA
Etruscan inspired with their brushed gold surface which is truly luminous. These are hand crafted by an
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Antique Victorian Gold Micro Mosaic Cross Pendant C 1860
Located in Firenze, IT
, blue, and red tesserae, all in excellent condition with no losses. Intricate Etruscan-style gold
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Antique 1860s Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Denise Roberge 18KT Pink Tourmaline Ring
By Denise Roberge
Located in Lynchburg, VA
Roberge, as stamped. The piece is set in solid, 18-karat gold with geometric solder work adding a patinaed
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Late 20th Century North American Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Pearl Yellow Gold Leaf Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage 3.5"L cultured pearl drop earrings suspended from a 14K yellow gold Etruscan-style leaf
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20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tomasso Saulini Boy Cameo Locket Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Etruscan Revival Gold work with gorgeous hand applied beading. Cameos by Saulini are the finest quality
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Antique 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Micromosaic Bird Pendant or Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian gold & micromosaic pendant or charm for a charm bracelet. In 14 karat
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Pearl and Diamond Victorian Scarf Pin
Located in Brighton, GB
. Features the most beautiful, yellow gold Etruscan work. Set with a lovely cross centre piece. Set with a
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Massive Robert Wander 18K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace Earrings Suite, France
By Wander
Located in New York, NY
-finished Etruscan designs working in gold, a trend which continues to dominate today's jewelry motifs. His
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 11.2 Carats Aquamarine Diamond 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A crystalline 13 x 20 mm pear faceted "sea-blue" aquamarine rests in a handcrafted Etruscan style
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 22k Gold

Florentine Engraved Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
lines carved individually into the shank. Set in solid, 18-karat yellow gold is one Paraiba Tourmaline
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Rock Crystal Royal Highland Yacht Club Intaglio Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
buttery, sumptuous yellow gold. Etruscan revival twisted rope details add opulent detail, framing the
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Etruscan Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of etruscan gold you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 586 vintage or 124 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of etruscan gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a choice in our collection of etruscan gold has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marcello Fontana, Matthia's Claire and Lika Behar are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of etruscan gold of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 105, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and oval cut versions for sale. Finding an option in this array of etruscan gold for sale for women should be easy, but there are 195 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Etruscan Gold?

The price for a piece of etruscan gold starts at $136 and tops out at $127,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $3,599.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.