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Edwardian 9ct Gold Etruscan Revival Bangle set with Opals & Diamonds

6W
Written by Olly Gerrish

A pretty gold bangle that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set in star shaped settings with three opals and two diamonds. It has applied gold work known as “Etruscan work” which is fine gold wire that has been hand applied. To understand Etruscan Revival jewellery, you have to know of the original Etruscan jewellery unearthed in tombs just outside Rome in the early 1800s. Intricately wrought golden earrings and necklaces were meticulously ornamented with tiny gold beads and twisted wires densely applied to the surface. No one had seen gold worked like that since the Etruscans had carefully buried the treasures with their dead.
The secret to the fascinating granulation found on the Etruscan hoards was claimed to have been discovered by Fortunato Pio Castellani and he produced many replicas of archeological treasure finds using ancient techniques. Other jewellers copied his technique. This bangle is a good example. It has a for added security. A perfect present!

Item Number
6W
Measurements
Width of bangle 9mm
Item Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Assayed in 1910
Maker's mark WC & CO
  • Birmingham

  • 9ct gold

  • 9ct gold

Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
  • Take special care of historical jewellery
Discovered
1 year ago
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