Etruscan Sterling
Monday, July 4th, 2011Etruscan Sterling
Identifying Real Italian Silver
You may be unaware that you are wearing Italian Silver Jewelry. How can you tell, you may wonder? It happens all the time! You receive an Italian Silver Jewelry piece as a gift, and the jeweler forgets to insert the sterling silver information. At Silver Jewelry Etc., we want our customers to realize the historical and constructional significance of their precious Italian Silver Jewelry. So, let's read on to learn all about this precious metal.
Italian Silver Jewelry History
Many centuries ago, Italian Silver Jewelry was first handcrafted in the Etruscan period by the ancient Italians. Archeologists working in southern Italy excavated Italian silver jewelry believed to be from the Etruscan period. This era began in the 9th century and expanded to the 14th century. It was clear that the technique known as "granulation" was first mastered and applied in this early era. If this technique is used on your silver jewelry, then you have yourself an Italian Silver Jewelry piece! Let's continue to learn more about this wonderful selection of jewelry!
Italian Silver Jewelry Designs
It wasn't until the 19th century that granulation was revived by Pio Fortuna Castellani. Granulation is a technique of crafting designs onto a silver surface using tiny granules of silver. These granules are used in the design of the jewelry. They can be utilized to form ridges and shapes on your piece of jewelry, which is most often known as filigree. These designs give added character, texture, distinction, and it also creates a very high level of detail and intricacy onto the silver jewelry, making it a one-of-a-kind! So, why not accesorize your life with an Italian jewelry piece?
Selecting your Italian Silver Jewelry
You may be wearing a customized piece of Italian silver jewelry.Apply this information to your jewelry to determine if you have any Italian silver jewelry in your collection. If you don't, then check out Silver Jewelry Etc's choice selection of Italian silver jewelry. Don't forget, we also have a wonderful selection of silver jewelry rings, necklaces, and earrings to match! This jewelry also makes wonderful gifts for any special occasion and can be wore everyday!
About the Author
Jerry Pardue is owner of SilverJewelyEtc.com
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US $250.00 | 7h 32m |
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US $78.00 | 7h 39m |
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0 Bid | US $51.99 | 8h 26m |
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LOT OF 6 GORHAM ETRUSCAN STERLING SILVER DEMI SPOONS | |
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Sterling Gorham Bouillon Spoon Etruscan Pattern 1913 | |
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US $60.00 | 6d 3h 7m |
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6 Sterling Silver Teaspoons 6 Gorham Etruscan Mono 146 gm 51 oz | |
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Sterling Gorham Etruscan 9 Indiv Butters Master Butter Mono 265 gm 93 oz | |
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Gorham Etruscan Sterling Silver Buffet Fork | |
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US $74.95 | 29d 18h 55m |
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Gorham Etruscan 1913 Sterling Silver Spoon Ring | |
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US $59.95 | 29d 18h 55m |
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ETRUSCAN GORHAM STERLING HANDLE CHEESE SERVER | |
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US $44.99 | 29d 9h 40m |
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ETRUSCAN GORHAM STERLING BON BON SERVER | |
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US $49.99 | 29d 9h 15m |
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Sterling Silver Etruscan Luncheon Knife 8 ½” cr 1913 | |
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US $40.00 | 29d 8h 14m |
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ETRUSCAN GORHAM STERLING SALAD FORKS | |
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US $68.99 | 29d 7h 54m |
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US $56.99 | 29d 7h 52m |
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ETRUSCAN GORHAM STERLING OLIVE SPOON | |
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US $49.99 | 29d 3h 17m |
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Gorham ETRUSCAN Ice Cream forks 8 Sterling Silver Gold Wash | |
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US $169.00 | 29d 1h 16m |
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BEAUTIFUL GORHAM 1913 ETRUSCAN STERLING HANDLE KNIFE BLUNT BLADE 8 1 2L S | |
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US $49.99 | 29d 49m |
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Gorham Etruscan Sterling Silver Flatware Fork | |
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US $79.00 | 28d 6h 44m |
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Sterling Silver Gorham Lemon Fork Etruscan Pattern 1913 | |
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US $42.00 | 28d 7h 57m |
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Sterling Silver Gorham Jelly Spoon Etruscan Pattern 1913 | |
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US $52.00 | 28d 7h 49m |
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Sterling Silver Gorham Sauce Ladle Etruscan Pattern 1913 | |
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US $58.00 | 28d 7h 35m |
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Sterling Silver Gorham Serving Fork Etruscan Pattern 1913 | |
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US $78.00 | 28d 7h 24m |
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1916 Gorham Etruscan Sterling Silver Sales Catalog Original 14 Pages | |
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US $4,520.00 | 27d 8h 10m |
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US $53.99 | 27d 8h |
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US $73.99 | 27d 5h 46m |
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US $224.95 | 26d 8h 8m |
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GORHAM ALL STERLING ETRUSCAN BUTTER SPREADER W MONOGRAM | |
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US $124.99 | 26d 1h 3m |
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US $82.99 | 26d 59m |
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US $89.00 | 25d 16h 9m |
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US $89.00 | 25d 16h 3m |
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US $69.00 | 25d 16h 2m |
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