Antique Gold Bracelet with Venetian Ducat Coin – Archaeological Revival

Antique Gold Bracelet with Venetian Ducat Coin (c. 1789–1797) – Archaeological Revival

An extraordinary archaeological revival bracelet in rich high-karat yellow gold, centering an authentic Venetian ducat (zecchino) coin struck during the reign of Doge Ludovico Manin (circa 1789–1797), the last Doge of Venice.

The obverse of the coin depicts the Doge kneeling before St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, while the reverse reveals the standing figure of Christ within a starry mandorla, both motifs symbolic of the Republic’s power and piety. Encircled by a finely beaded gold bezel, the coin is elevated to a jewel of rare historical resonance.

Multiple finely wrought gold chain strands form the bracelet’s band, their supple fluidity balancing strength and refinement. The warm glow of the gold amplifies the nobility of the coin, ensuring that the medallion remains the central focal point.

This bracelet embodies the spirit of the 19th-century archaeological revival, when master jewelers reimagined classical antiquity through exquisite craftsmanship. As both a historical artifact and a work of jewelry art, it offers collectors a wearable link between the grandeur of Venice and revival-era artistry.

Key Features

• Style: Archaeological Revival

• Material: High-karat yellow gold

• Centerpiece: Authentic Venetian ducat (zecchino) coin, circa 1789–1797 (Doge Ludovico Manin)

• Design Details: Beaded gold bezel, multiple chain strands for flexibility and elegance

• Coin Imagery: Obverse – Doge receiving banner from St. Mark; Reverse – Christ within a mandorla surrounded by stars

• Era: 19th century revival inspired by antiquity

• Condition: Excellent; coin details and gold work beautifully preserved

• Authentic Venetian ducat coin (c. 1789–1797)

• High-karat yellow gold bracelet with multi-chain design

• Beaded bezel framing historic coin

• Archaeological Revival craftsmanship, 19th century

• Rare collector’s jewel, wearable history