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Antique European Knots Earrings solid 18K Gold / 5.1gr
Located in SE
Yellow Gold, with freely suspended drop shaped dangles. Each of three discs has volume and all three are
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Antique 1870s European Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Cognac diamond ring in 22Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
and clarity. The gem is set in 22 karat gold with intricate Etruscan-style granulation, highlighting
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Etruscan Revival Solitaire ...

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Castellani Ancient Roman Agate Intaglio Gold Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
can be called the "Father of Archeological Revival Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome, Castellani
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Gold

Castellani Amethyst Diamond Silver Gold Cross Pendant
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome, Castellani had the entree to visit the Ancient Etruscan ruins. He was
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21st Century and Contemporary English Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Castellani Garnet Diamond Gold Silver Cross Pendant
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Revival Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome, Castellani had the entree to visit the Ancient Etruscan
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21st Century and Contemporary English Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Castellani Ancient 7th Century Carnelian Intaglio 18kt Gold Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome, Castellani had the entree to visit the Ancient Etruscan ruins. He was
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Rossella Ugolini Handcrafted 18K Hammered Yellow Gold Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
: Handcrafted 18K Gold Snake Studs with Black Diamond Eyes Inspiration: Etruscan ceramic artistry and symbolism
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Carved Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring with an Ancient Roman Hero
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique intaglio ring. Likely converted from an antique button or pin. In 14k gold With a
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20th Century Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

Mid-20th Century Italian 14 Karat Gold Coral Lantern Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This elegant vintage pendant is beautifully crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and designed in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold and Carved Carnelian Intaglio Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Victorian carnelian and gold pendant or charm. With a carved intaglio of an ancient
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

JUDITH RIPKA Venetian Intaglio Cameo Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Pearls
By Judith Ripka
Located in Miami, FL
-brooch created by Judith Ripka, back in the late 1980's. The piece has been crafted with Etruscan revival
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Vintage 1980s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow 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

14k Yellow Gold Matte Finished Cabachon Synthetic Ruby Eternity Band
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This striking ring is a matte finished, wide eternity band, with six round
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Castellani Ancient Roman Silver Denarius Coin 18kt Gold Earrings
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Castellani can be called the "Father of Archeological Revival Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

19th Century Revivalist Brooch, Eugene Fontenay
By Eugene Fontenay
Located in Riverdale, NY
plaque. Wonderful ornate Etruscan gold work around frame and on pendant drops of twisted wire, micro shot
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Antique 1860s French Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Chrysoprase, Pearl 14 Karat Gold Post Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of 14k gold post earrings. With a square smooth chrysoprase cabochons center set
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20th Century American Etruscan Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

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

Yellow Gold And Agate Archaeological-Style Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring with a flower motif set with agate. Slab work, decorations in cord motif and micro granulation technique. Size 8 Weight: 3,5gr.
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Yellow 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

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

Castellani Ancient 3rd to 7th Century Carnelian Lion Intaglio 18kt Gold Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
can be called the "Father of Archeological Revival Jewellery". In the mid 1800's in Rome, Castellani
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Elizabeth Gage 2005 London Panthers Clip On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold Wood
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
crafted as a left and right, with Etruscan revival patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with
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21st Century and Contemporary English Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Ultra Wide Decorative Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This striking ring is an ultra wide, tapered band, set with a center oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Round Clip-On Earrings with Navy Blue Sodalite Centers
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A classic, tailored pair of 18K yellow gold disc earrings by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis
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Late 20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
kundan jewelry, this traditional Indian art form involves setting gemstones with pure molten gold foil
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Antique 19th Century South Asian Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

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

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

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

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 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual necklace was created in 1975 ca. It features two round discs suspended from gold
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Antique 1870s Etruscan Revival Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Carved Coin Cameo Clip-on Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
. Lapis lazuli and 18k yellow gold come together in these unique Etruscan Revival earrings, handcrafted in
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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

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

18 Karat Gold Necklace and Earrings with Lion Turquoise, Diamonds, and Rubies
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This exquisite jewelry set includes a unique flat degradè groumette necklace and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise Matrix, 18k 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

REINSTEIN ROSS Clips-On Earrings In Brushed 20Kt Yellow Gold With Vivid Peridots
By Reinstein/Ross
Located in Miami, FL
, created in New York city by the exclusive jewelry designers of Reinstein-Ross. This pair has been crafted
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Vintage 1970s American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Peridot, 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

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

Polka Dot Mandala, a Kent Raible Hand Ornament 18K Gold, Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
An iconic Kent Raible jewelry art piece, 'Polka Dot Mandala' has all the Raible trademarks
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

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

Ancient Greek 359 BC Classic Gold Coin Earrings 18Kt Gold with 2.42 Cts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-earrings with ancient gold coins from Phillip II of Macedon. A classic pair of earrings
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Vintage 1980s American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow 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

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
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Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Dangle Clip-On Gilded Earrings
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
jewelry collection with these iconic pieces that resonate with a sense of enduring beauty and refined
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

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
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Antique 1830s Italian Etruscan Revival More Rings

Materials

10k Gold

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

Castellani GIA 20.64ct Sapphire Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Ring
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
high profile of brightly polished gold. Ring Size: 7 Castellani’s Jewellery from the 19th Century is in
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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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

Florentine Engraved Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
The Paraiba Tourmaline is the rarest gemstone in the jewelry world today. It is a copper-bearing
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1930s CastellaniQuality GoldFiligree&Granulation Enamel Turquoise Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
the earrings' original gilt-brass clips, and the Etruscan Revival style with multiple fine-jewelry
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Early 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Mixed Metal, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Brass

Large Archaeological Revival Gold Bangle
Located in London, GB
A wide archaeological revival gold bangle, with Etruscan-style wirework decoration to front and
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Antique 1870s Czech Etruscan Revival Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Archaeological Revival Coral and Gold Suite
Located in London, GB
An archaeological revival coral and gold suite attributed to Luigi Casalta, the necklace consisted
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Antique 1840s Italian Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

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Etruscan Revival Gold Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of etruscan revival gold jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 498 vintage or 67 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect item from our selection of etruscan revival gold jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of etruscan revival gold jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marcello Fontana, Ilias Lalaounis and Castellani are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of etruscan revival gold jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 69 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and oval cut versions for sale. Most of our etruscan revival gold jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 193 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Etruscan Revival Gold Jewelry?

On average, a piece of etruscan revival gold jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,984, while they’re typically $11 on the low end and $80,822 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.