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Etruscan Style Stone Cameo Pin/Pendant
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This Etruscan Cameo pin/pendant is so beautiful and grand. The cameo is on a hard background
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Antique 19th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Matthia s Claire Etruscan 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collier Braided Woven Necklace
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire Etruscan 18K Yellow Gold Collier Braided Woven Statement Necklace pair perfectly
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Rope Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet showcased the hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet showcased the hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Braided Diamond Bracelet
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" 7 3/4" Braided Link Diamond Bracelet with Exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amyn, Etruscan Oval Granulated Link Necklace with Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Amyn The Jeweler
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Etruscan Oval Granulated Link Necklace with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold designed by Amyn The
Category

2010s American Etruscan Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Amyn, Etruscan Round Granulated Link Necklace with Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Amyn The Jeweler
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Etruscan Round Granulated Link Necklace with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold designed by Amyn The
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2010s American Etruscan Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Gold "Etruscan" Braided Citrine Diamond Necklace
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Braided Links Citrine and Diamond Statement Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Italian 18k Yellow Gold Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelet 130 Grams
Located in London, GB
This is a more than wonderful 18k Etruscan style charm bracelet loaded with 5 enormous charms and
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20th Century Italian Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 1...

14 Karat Gold Etruscan Granulation Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
karat recycled yellow gold • Length: 16 1/4” • Links measure 12 mm x 7.4 mm Hand-crafted in our Brooklyn
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Etruscan Granulation Chain Link Bracelet by Mon Pilar
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
spring clasp for easy and solo fastening. • Available in 14 karat recycled yellow gold • Links measure 12
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Etruscan Revival 14ct Solid Gold Cabochon Garnet Locket Brooch Ca 1880
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Victorian Etruscan Revival 14ct Solid Gold Cabochon Garnet Brooch Circa 1880's A Victorian
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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

24 Karat Pure Gold Handcrafted Granulated Ball Etruscan Diamond Necklace
By Serhat Design
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
24K Pure Gold Handcrafted Granulated Ball Etruscan Diamond Necklace Gold Weight : 105.03 g Diamond
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 24k Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Earring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Earring The Etruscans are
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Earring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Earring The Etruscans are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Necklace
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K White Gold "Etruscan 16 1/2" Braided Woven Diamond Necklace The Etruscans
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Rope Link Diamond Necklace
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" 17 1/4" Rope Link Diamond Statement Necklace - dress
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Brooch Ollivant and Botsford with Box
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique Victorian Etruscan revival brooch made by established Manchester based
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Ring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K White Gold "Etruscan" 7" Braided Woven Diamond Ring The Etruscans are
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 10 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Pearl Ring Etruscan Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. and nine pearls. Estimated weight of gold 1 gr. Etruscan inspired. We will size it for you.
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Antique Early 19th Century Etruscan Revival Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Bracelet The Etruscans are
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Necklace
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat White Gold "Etruscan" Braided Woven Diamond Necklace The Etruscans are
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hand-Coiled Etruscan Style Band with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Etruscan style ring is made of hand-coiled 18K gold wires and micro white diamonds
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Early 2000s American Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hand-Coiled Etruscan Style Band with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Etruscan style ring is made of hand-coiled 18K gold wires and micro white diamonds
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Early 2000s American Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hand-Coiled Etruscan Style Band with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Etruscan style ring is made of hand-coiled 18K gold wires, bezel-set white round
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Early 2000s American Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Etruscan Style Pendant Earrings, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
A PAIR OF ETRUSCAN STYLE PENDENT EARRINGS, CIRCA 1870, Each torpedo-shaped drop applied with bead
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

22 Karat Antique Etruscan Revival Tourmaline Pearl Rare Riviere Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
comes to life this extraordinary Etruscan revival necklace of endless beauty to impress for ever 22 KT
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Antique 1890s Late Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Etruscan Granulation Chain Link Earrings by Mon Pilar
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of granulation where small spheres of gold are fused together to form and cover surfaces. Made from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Coiled Etruscan Style Band with Bezel-Set Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Etruscan style ring is made of hand-coiled 18K gold wires in heart shapes, bezel-set
Category

Early 2000s American Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gorgeous JJ Marco 18 Karat Gold Pearl and Pink Sapphire Etruscan Drop Earrings
By JJ Marco
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Pearl Earrings by JJ Marco Part of Etruscan Series (Released in Early 90s) Feature 12.5 mm
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1990s American Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Revival Diamond Ruby Sapphire Pearl Fibula Bar Brooch, circa 1900
Located in Napoli, IT
ages of 20th century of solid 18 Kt gold – tested The beautiful Fibula shape is fully surmounted by a
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Etruscan Bench Pat N°2/8 by Cecile Ballureau
By Cecile Ballureau
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Bronze and wood bench upholstered with velvet. Designed by Cecile Ballureau. Edition of 8. The model of the bear head and paws were carved in terra cotta and then cast in bronze ...
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2010s French Etruscan Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Etruscan Bronze Bench Patou N°1/8 by Cecile Ballureau
By Cecile Ballureau
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Bronze bench gilt with patinated palladium sheet by Cecile Ballureau. Edition of eight. The model was carved to scale, in wax and wood, on a metal frame, then adjustments were ma...
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2010s French Etruscan Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Palladium, Bronze

Etruscan Turquoise Diamond Mourning Brooch in 18ct Gold., circa 1860 – 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique Victorian Etruscan revival brooch fashioned in 18ct gold with a large
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Victorian Gold Bangle
Located in London, GB
A wide 18ct gold Etruscan revival bangle with a lovely bloomed finish, in its original box. England
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Antique 1860s British Etruscan Revival Clamper Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Italian Gold and Micro Mosaïque Antique Earrings
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very beautiful pair of antique earrings, italian made circa 1850. Made in 18k gold and set with
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Antique 1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold

24 Karat Gold Handcrafted Fibula Brooch
By Serhat Design
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Etruscan Revival style 24 gold Handcrafted fibula brooch.
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

24k Gold

Fine coral gold necklace
Located in Vienna, AT
Coral necklace in a beautiful natural orangy red colour, round beads from 9.5 to 15.8 mm (0.37 to 0.62 in), intermediate parts and clasp in 750 YG, length 26.7 in, total weight 129g
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Late 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Ruby Drop High-karat Gold Fringe Designer Necklace
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Hand made in the Etruscan style, designed as twenty eight ruby drops of rich deep raspberry colour
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Tourmaline Granulated Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
Vintage Etruscan Style Tourmaline Granulated Gold Cocktail Ring 14k yellow gold, green tourmaline
Category

Mid-20th Century German Etruscan Revival Dome Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Cufflinks 18 Karat Gold Concave with Theological Scenes, Jules Wiese Paris, 1870
By Jules Louis Wiese
Located in London, GB
A finely made pair of 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks of concave form with Theological revival
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Antique 1860s French Etruscan Revival Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold

Late Victorian Ornate Oval Locket with Chain 9ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Large Heavy Relief Engraved Locket, a truly rare collectors piece! The Locket is
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Antique 1890s British Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Early Victorian French Gold Large Citrine Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian cuff bracelet handcrafted in 18Kt yellow gold and silver (hallmark: eagle's head
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Antique Early 19th Century French Etruscan Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Elizabeth Locke Intaglio Coral Pearl Gold Earrings
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Nashville, TN
Elizabeth Locke intaglio coral venetian glass pearl 18karat yellow gold pierced convertible back
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1990s American Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

15ct Gold Seed Pearl Victorian Scarf Clip, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
15ct Gold & Seed Pearl Victorian Scarf Clip,Circa 1880 Heavy quality Etruscan style scarp clip with
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Antique 1880s British Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Necklace with Crocodile Pendant
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Classic vintage Yves Saint Laurent necklace with a rectangular-shaped hanging pendant. Features a crocodile texture and a flat serpentine chain. Comes with original box.
Category

Late 20th Century French Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

18 Carat Yellow Gold Turquoise Victorian Fringe Necklace
Located in Sydney, AU
Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold and Turquoise fringe necklace. The snake chain supporting a second snake
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Tiberius Paste Cameo Ring Sheffield 1893
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Tiberius Paste Cameo Ring Sheffield 1893 This decorative gem ring is
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Antique 1890s British Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Crafted 14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16IN
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
method where gold wires are twisted together to create a braided look. Easy to wear, this chain makes a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tsavorite Diamond Bangle
By Mazza
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet featuring 4 bezel set cushion cut Tsavorite stones with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire Etrusca Ruby Pegasus Signet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
society, the Etruscan civilization has specialized in the ancient practice of gold workmanship with rare
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian 18 Karat Gold Garnet Diamond Star Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
A late Victorian 18ct gold garnet and diamond pendant. Comprising a rose-cut diamond star, inset to
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Antique Late 19th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Handmade Yellow Gold Open Work Pendent Made in Italy with Box
Located in MIlan, IT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Work Pendent set with 0,38 carats of diamonds round shape color G
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire Etrusca Soldier and Falcon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
society, the Etruscan civilization has specialized in the ancient practice of gold workmanship with rare
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire Etrusca Emerald and Ruby Lion 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
of their society, the Etruscan civilization has specialized in the ancient practice of gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Portuguese Enamel Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Etruscan revival period. It was made in Portugal, with hallmarks to the outer band indicating 800 fineness
Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Large 14 Karat Woven Filigree Hoop Earrings by Mon Pilar
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
yellow gold • 47 mm long x 30 mm wide • Post back, large 9 mm butterfly clasp Hand-crafted in our
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

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Etruscan Revival Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of etruscan revival gold 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. Our collection of these items for sale includes 451 vintage editions and 109 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of etruscan revival gold among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 2.5 Carat and 3 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A choice in our collection of etruscan revival gold from Marcello Fontana, Matthia's Claire and Lika Behar — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of etruscan revival gold from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 75 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of etruscan revival gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Etruscan Revival Gold?

On average, a piece of etruscan revival gold at 1stDibs sells for $3,431, while they’re typically $136 on the low end and $127,500 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.