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18ct Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Woven Gold The gold colour is very modern and bright Era 1980s Makers Unknown Secure tight clasp. Strong sturdy bracelet Length 19.5 Inches Weight 31.3 grams
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Late 20th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Dangle Earrings in 18k solid Gold, Ancient Greek Style, Zeus Coin Earrings
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order in 18k Gold. Yellow gold, rose gold or white gold. Adorn yourself with Italian
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2010s Italian Greek Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Positively Unique Vintage Gold Italian Vintage Egyptian Themed Perfume Amulet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very imaginative and artistically crafted Italian Mid-20th Century perfume amulet is in the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Vanity Items

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Italian Coin Change Purse Money Bill Wallet 18th Century Oil Painting Design
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic Italian black grosgrain and satin coin change and money bill purse wallet with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal

Pietra Dura Flower Lily of Valley Brooch Pin Gold Antique Victorian Etruscan
Located in New York, NY
black background are beautiful. Pietra Dura jewels were popular souvenirs from Italy for people on the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold and Micromosaic Bracelet, circa 1860-1870
Located in Paris, FR
presents several similarities with others from the Castellani jewelry workshop, which introduced
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Antique 1860s Italian Etruscan Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Pink Opal Large Vintage Natural Stone Pendant Sterling Silver 925 and 18k
Located in Brooklyn, NY
mm (2' Inch high) (stone itself 30 X 40 mm) opal shape Hand made in Venice Italy Complimentary chain
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Dubini Heart Scarab Ancient Egyptian Medallion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
playfully delights in ancient stories and myths whilst tapping into the rich history of Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold Micromosaic Bulla Pendant Attributed to Castellani 1850 s
By Castellani
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century Provenance: Italy Size: 5 cm x 4 cm Weight: 47,6 gr The 19th-century pendant
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Antique 1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Etruscan-Style 18K Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: Late 20th Century Style: Etruscan Revival, Statement, Vintage Italian Jewelry
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Tom Ford Era 18K Yellow Gold G Stud Earrings Boxed Immaculate 750
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
. We specialise in sourcing rare, precious and desirable timepieces & jewellery
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Early 2000s Italian Baroque Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Extortionary Peruzzi A Bianchi Ponte Vecchio 800 Silver Pendant Charm Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
to your antique jewelry collection . necklace is 44 inches in length x 1/2 inches average width
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Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Double Sided Micromosaic Gold Locket Pendant, Rome ca. 1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful 19th-century micromosaic locket is a fine example of Italian craftsmanship
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Yellow Gold and Ceramic Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Lovely earrings holding folklore characters on porcelain mounted on yellow gold. Total length: 5.20 centimeters. Width max. : 2.00 centimeters. Total weight: 7.24 grams.
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ERNEST PIERRET 1880 Etruscan Micro Mosaic Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold Sardonyx
Located in Miami, FL
fabulous piece of jewelry has been masterfully crafted around the 1880 with Etruscan revival patterns in
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

ETRUSCAN 1980 Twisted 16 Inches Links Chain In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A modernist toilet links chain made in Italy. This is a beautiful chain created in Italy back in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Handcrafted Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
. Etruscan revival timeless ring in 18k yellow gold. Made in Italy.
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Semi-Rigid Bracelet with LOVE Writing in Diamonds Ct.0.30
Located in BARI, IT
Semi-rigid bracelet in yellow gold with LOVE writing with diamonds ct. 0.30. You can also wear it on the wrist which is larger in size, as the structure of the bracelet is slightly e...
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2010s Italian Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Archaeological Style Ear Pendants
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: circa 1810 Weight: 9.8 gr. Length: 73 mm Each pendant designed as a shield-shaped top suspending a torpedo shaped drop of openwork gold thread.
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k 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

18 Karat Gold and Vegetal Enamel Decoration Earrings
Located in Roma, IT
These 18 Kt gold and enamel earrings were designed by me and handmade by the artisans of my shop, SERRA, opened in Rome in 1910 and located in via Margutta 57, in the historic center...
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Anello in Stile Vintage in Oro Rosa e Rubini Cabochon
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un delizioso anello in oro rosa 18 Kt e Rubini taglio Cabochon del peso di 0.78 carati. Questo anello è realizzato interamente a mano. Ha un caratteristico design in stile anni '60. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Archaeological-Style Gold And Agate Cameo Bangle 1850 s
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century. Provenance: Italy. Inner width: 5,8 cm Weight: 48.33gr It is in the form
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Antique 1850s Italian Renaissance Revival Bangles

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

9Kt and 18Kt Rose Gold, Peridot and Prasiolite Pendant Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
A pair of dangling earrings made of 9 Kt gold and 18 Kt Gold in the upper hook part. The central part of the earring is composed of Prasiolite ( variety of Amethyst ) faceted round ...
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2010s Italian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Retro Style Ring in 18 Kt Yellow Gold and Smoky Quartz
Located in Cattolica, IT
An 18 kt yellow gold, solid ring with a retro style but contemporary dimensions. The stone is a smoky Quartz. It has a fairly soft brown color that is absolutely unique and goes well...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold

Retro Style Ring in 18 Kt Yellow Gold and Green Amethyst ( Prasiolite )
Located in Cattolica, IT
An 18 kt yellow gold, solid ring with a retro style but contemporary dimensions. The stone is a green Amethyst, its name in gemology is Prasiolite. It has a light green color with a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k 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

Rossella Ugolini Handcrafted 18K Hammered Yellow Gold Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
the ancient painting of the Etruscan people who lived Italy before the Romans. They painted the
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Goddess Woman Coral Pendant Necklace Antique Etruscan Victorian Gold Neoclassic
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Carved Coral Pendant Necklace or Brooch
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Antique 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Dubini Ancient Egyptian Scarab Black Stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
Collection playfully delights in ancient stories and myths whilst tapping into the rich history of Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Engraved Ring in 18 Kt Two-Tone Gold and Diamonds
Located in Cattolica, IT
A large vintage 18 kt gold ring in two colors from the 1960s era. In fact, the stem part is made of yellow gold and is embellished with high relief work representing floral motifs. T...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Revival Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Sacchi Lapis Lazuli Sphinx Drop Earrings 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewelry, forms the basis of Sacchi's
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Monica Rossi Milan for Anaconda Cocktail Ring 19Kt Yellow Gold 5.79 Cts Iolites
Located in Miami, FL
thirty years, a collection of intricately crafted jewelry spanning from Italian Baroque inspired to
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Early 2000s Italian Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Iolite, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Necklace with Lion Coral and Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
ITALY (indicating 18 karat gold) This necklace is a testament to artistry and sophistication, combining
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mario Buccellati 18 Karat Rigato Finish White Gold and Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite, handcrafted bracelet by famed Italian jewelry designer, Mario Buccellati is
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Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dubini Egyptian Scarab Faience Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
history of Italian craftsmanship. The artefacts have been carefully selected for their value, beauty and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 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

Intini Jewels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flowers Freshwater Pearl Cocktail Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Italian design. 22 carats natural freshwater pearls full of charm surrounded by a unique design of gently
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2010s Italian Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved Diamond Accent Leaf Studs
Located in Lynchburg, VA
These grape leaf stud earrings are handmade by a family jeweler located outside of Florence, Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved Trillion Peridot Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This beautiful, hand-made ring comes from a family jeweler outside of Florence, Italy. It is set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Neo-Renaissance Brooch/Pendant with Amethyst and Aquamarine
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Mid 19th century  Length: 5,5 cm Weight: 23 gr This magnificent mid-19th-century Neo-Renaissance style jewel can be worn as either a brooch or a pendant and features a centr...
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gianfranco Ferre Gilt Metal and Cabochons Baroque Earrings
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning couture clip-on earrings were designed by Gianfranco Ferre and made in Italy. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Frascarolo Tiger Gold Ring Enamel and Rubies
By PIERINO FRASCAROLO
Located in Lisboa, PT
cabochon rubies. From the “Fierce Beast” Collection by the Italian jeweller and designer Pierino Frascarolo
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20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rose Gold and Rock Crystal Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
These Earrings feature beautiful floral-style workmanship at the bottom and are embellished, at the top, with Rock Crystal that gives luster and elegance. The oval frame is 9kt Rose...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

18KT Etruscan Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This Etruscan revival ring is a gorgeous addition to our Italian line. The piece was designed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls Diamonds Sapphires 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
gold necklace, with pearls, sapphires, brilliants, and fired enamels, is a piece of fine jewelry that
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Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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

18KT Florentine Engraved Australian Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
Florence, Italy, with each line seen in this ring being individually carved to give it a lustrous silk
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2010s Italian Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved Key Pendant with Chain
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This sweet key pendant was handcrafted by a family jeweler outside of Florence, Italy. It is set in
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2010s Italian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald, and Black Star Sapphire Chandelie
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your fine jewelry collection with these extraordinary chandelier earrings, crafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved Tanzanian Zircon and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This beautiful, hand-made ring comes from a family jeweler outside of Florence, Italy. It is rich
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2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Black and White Gold Diamonds Gothic Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
enriched by Diamonds for carats 0.40. This ring is hand made in Italy. Size 7 . This ring is easily
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Large Black Cross Earrings c2011 Clip On Green Enamel CC Logo Gothic
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
. Metal & Hallmark: Black metal tone. The earrings are hallmarked "Chanel", "CC", "Made in Italy" and "B11
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Opal Onyx Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Intini Jewels Emerald Pink Coral Drop Tear 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Chic Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. Everyday we are sharing new luxury and unique jewellery for you, feel free to follow our INTINI JEWELS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Florentine Engraved East to West Diamond Lattice Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
of Florence, Italy. It is meticulously detailed with Florentine engraving, having each line carved
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2010s Italian Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Italian Revival Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate italian revival jewellery for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and silver, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 241 vintage or 105 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect italian revival jewellery 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 italian revival jewellery has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marcello Fontana, Cameo Beyond and Garavelli are consistently popular. A italian revival jewellery can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 44 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a italian revival jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 143 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is an Italian Revival Jewellery?

The price for a italian revival jewellery starts at $11 and tops out at $80,822 with these earrings, on average, selling for $2,911.

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.