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Etruscan-Style Lantern Fob Charm Circa 1960, in 18 Karat Yellow Gold w Amethysts
$1,580per set
£1,194.28per set
€1,372.45per set
CA$2,200.14per set
A$2,447.57per set
CHF 1,283.04per set
MX$29,908.66per set
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We acquired one of those nutty 18K "Etruscan-style" charm bracelets, pre-loaded with five big, ornate charms. Since no rational 21st Century person can function with that much wrist luggage, and since the charms are so frigging cool, we're selling them off as fobs. This elongated octahedron, set with amethysts, is the first of the bunch.
These bracelets were popular in the 1950's and 1960's, and even through the 1970's. With gold at $35 an ounce, why the hell not make bracelets that weigh two pounds? We're not sure when our bracelet was made, but we think 1960's is a safe bet. As for its origin country, most of the charms we've seen like this were made in Italy, but our charm doesn't have an Italian registration stamp, and the bracelet (which might have had some tasty clues, including the Italian mark) has already met its maker in the Boss' melting crucible. The fancy beadwork and cannetille suggest to us it was made in Italy or Turkey.
Included with the pendant is a removable beaded necklace* we made specifically for the pendant. The round beads are made from a material that has the trade name auralite; it's a naturally occurring composite that's basically amethyst contaminated with a range of other minerals. It's not hard enough for most jewelry applications but (like a lot of interesting but soft stones) it's perfect material for beads as it polishes nicely and comes in a range of earthy colors. Here, the colors range from reddish purple to lavender to grey, but with little orange and red inclusions thrown in to keep everyone on their toes. These beads alternate with discs of pyrite to give the necklace sort of an Egyptian look. (You know how those Etruscans love their Egyptians.) The necklace is finished with a vintage 18 karat gold bayonet clasp.
WEIGHTS & MEASUREMENTS:
> Pendant length, including loop bale: 42.5mm (just over 1-5/8")
> Pendant width: 17mm (just over 5/8")
> Amethyst weight: approx. 3 carats (0.40 carats each)
> Pendant weight: 10.9 grams
> Necklace length: 23"
> Bead diameter: 3mm
> Necklace weight: 9 grams
> Pendant + necklace: 19.9 grams
MARKS: The pendant is stamped "750" (for 18 karat gold) on its top loop. The clasp is stamped "750 18ct" on its tongue. There are no maker's marks.
*The necklace is not a big factor in the price, but if you just want the pendant, let us know and we'll give you an adjusted price.
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- Weight:10.9 g
- Dimensions:Height: 1.7 in (43 mm)Width: 0.67 in (17 mm)Length: 22.84 in (580 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1960
- Condition:Polished. Additions or alterations made to the original: We added the bale (a simple closed loop) and are selling this charm as a pendant, with the removable beaded necklace (shown in the photos) included. Note that the necklace is new but the clasp is recycled vintage, probably at least 80 years old.
- Seller Location:Sherman Oaks, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: FD05891stDibs: LU1673126932742
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