Menorahs can be made from many different materials. While traditional tabernacle menorahs are made from gold, Hanukkah menorahs can be made from many different materials. Many of the cool Menorahs on Etsy are made from materials like wood, plastic, acrylic, glass, and precious metals. Antique menorahs are often made from a durable material like sterling silver or are plated with gold.