Vintage Etruscan-style jewelry part 2

Now you know the story of why I became impassioned with these charms, you know about my friend Irma. And now, I’ll tell you about my friend, Cynthia. I met her when I returned to work after I had my son. She was a teacher in one of the schools I was assigned to. As I greeted her, I saw that she had an “Irma Bracelet.” The universe threw us together. We’ve been close friends for over 20 years.

And now some more of my objects d’art.

: great glass adds color

: Italian, hand-made with “stations” of intricate balls and plaques

: The bracelet above was purchased on ebay. It’s got a wonderful chain and some great stones.

: A collection from ebay with the charms separate from the bracelet; note the turquoise in the bracelet. These are large and I think too big to wear, still, they are delightful.

: Detail of underside The charms feature beautiful stones; coral. citrine, chrysophrase, possibly onyx, and are redolent of seals.

: Victorian gold Etruscan-style earrings from late 1800’s; one is broken, they are very fragile. Tiny turquoise, rubies and seed pearls are embedded. Purchased from the store where I’ve gotten many pieces

: Etruscan gold-filled bracelet with glass stones.

: My “Irma” ring with a Mexican “poison ring,” the top opens to reveal a secret compartment. Mexican silver work can resemble Italian Etruscan-style work.

Comments from Yahoo’s parallel universe

Cheyanne

Everything is beautiful. I especially liked every piece.

Sunday May 4, 2008 – 06:02pm (CDT)

JacquiBB

I really like the Etruscan charms. I think they are my favorite.

Sunday May 4, 2008 – 06:30pm (MDT)

* Stefany

What beautiful pieces! You could really have a show of all the wonderful jewelry you have collected!

Sunday May 4, 2008 – 08:48pm (EDT) Remove Comment

Pandasu

OMG….I love those pieces……they are beautiful indeed!!!

Sunday May 4, 2008 – 06:03pm (PDT)

Frani

Very lovley….And yes, who says things have to match? Charming idea….

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sanssouciblogs wrote on May 3, ’08

I’m sorry! I was posting and the site was not cooperating–how would I know they were doing maintenance during my uploading. I lost the post, had to start again, and again it didn’t cooperate. I hit enter 3 times trying to move a picture and it posted what was on the page so I quickly blocked it. Then the card reader quit on my computer and I was unable to locate the cord to connect my camera directly probably because Sans Souci Jr. took it to college by mistake. I had to call Dell to get some tech support and I was all fixed in a few minutes. Sheesh, this was a biggie today. Enjoy!

sanssouciblogs wrote on May 3, ’08

Ok, finally up and running! Thanks for the visit.

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lauritasita wrote on May 3, ’08

WOW!!!! This has got to be your best jewelry post ever ! I love all the colors of these charms. Every piece is absolutely gorgeous ! and look ! Here’s the one you gave me for my birthday a few years ago ! I think there’s turquoise and jade in it. Maybe you can tell me more about it. Is there a story that goes with it ?

sanssouciblogs wrote on May 3, ’08

Turquoise and the other green stone is probably chrysophrase.. I know you love turquoise. 😀 Probably of this Etruscan-style “ilk” though I had never seen any with stones like this before, just suspended that way. The story is I found it on–where else? ebay!

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lauritasita wrote on May 3, ’08

I think I remember Irma. She was a short Jewish woman who lived in our building years ago, right ?

sanssouciblogs wrote on May 3, ’08

Yes, she lived over you.

starfishred wrote on May 4, ’08

Like laurita said this is the best post jewlery post ever.You know how I love bracelets and this one well the Etruscans were my favorite subject and when we lived in Italy we visited every place they ever were and especially by Lago de Bolsena where many wonderful jewelry sites in tombs were found.Oh this is super good.You out did yourself Sue.

skeezicks1957 wrote on May 4, ’08

I am very impressed with your charms and charm bracelets. It is so neat to see them up close. I really was enchanted with Cinderella’s coach.

dianeoart wrote on May 4, ’08

It just so beautiful… breathtaking.

sanssouciblogs wrote on May 4, ’08

Ladies, I thank you and I am glad you enjoyed. I love these “Etruscans” and it’s all because of Irma’s bracelet. Heidi, I believe Lago di Bolsena is near my favorite place on earth–Orvieto. There is an Etruscan museum in the town and tombs on the outskirts. I always called these “fantasy” charms. They look like all kinds of things, catoonish and whimsical. Isn’t that coach great?? I have a few more I’ll post next week and then we’ll see what I am up to. Love you, guys!