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Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
Located in London, GB
carat yellow gold and highlighted by 18 carat white gold borders inlaid with eight cut diamonds to add
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with a flower of rubies and a flower of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEAPOLITAN Vintage Vivid Red Coral Dangle-Drops Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold and signed as follows, "ITALY .750". Neapolitan Coral This kind started to be fished
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Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Dangle Earrings

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Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Pierre Cardin 1970 Paris Geometric Sculptural Onyx Ring 14kt Gold and Sterling
By Jean Dinh Van for Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami, FL
has been crafted with minimalist patterns in solid sterling silver and yellow gold of 14 karats with
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond Hoop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This bold pair of 18K yellow gold ribbed hoop earrings from the 1970s exudes luxury, featuring
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite ring harmoniously blends 18-karat yellow gold with 800 silver to create a piece
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bold Italian Gold Vintage 18k Fringed Cleopatra Bib Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
wearing this bold, vintage Italian 18k gold scalloped fringe bib necklace. Draping around your neck with
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Vintage 1970s Egyptian Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band with Tri-Gold Accent
Located in Orlando, FL
jewelry. Crafted in rich 18k yellow gold, the design is defined by a fluid tri-gold accent sweeping
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Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari vintage 18k yellow gold St. Peter s Basilica pendant necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in radiant 18k yellow gold with the maison’s unmistakable sculptural precision. The substantial round
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Rose Cut Diamonds Yellow Gold 9 Karat Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Retro earring typical of the sixties and seventies made in 9 carat low gold by expert Neapolitan
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Wide Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Wide Hoop Earrings by Tiffany & Co. These earrings are made for pierced
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Vintage 1970s North American Hoop Earrings

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Yellow Gold

Handcraft Wood 14 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold marine link bracelet with wood and onyx materials, 70's
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

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Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Shape Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous flower shape earrings in 18 karat yellow gold structure mounted with a coral paste flower
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PICCHIOTTI 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Chrysoprase and Diamonds
By Picchiotti
Located in Aventura, FL
of Picchiotti in Valenza, Italy. This exquisite piece is made from 18kt yellow gold, radiating a rich
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Chrysophrase, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Japanese Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow gold rope necklace. Handmade by craftsmen assembled with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 18 Karat Gold Sculptural Cuff Bracelet
Located in North Miami, FL
This thick and stunning vintage Italian sculptural bracelet is stamped 18K Gold. It has great
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Cuff Bracelets

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18k Gold, Gold

1970s Textured 18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Textured 18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace. This 18k Yellow Gold Textured Link Chain
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Yellow Gold Ear Pendants 1970S
Located in Geneva, CH
From an Italian Lady. Dazzling Ear Pendants pavé Round cut Diamond mounted on yellow gold 750 18k
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flowers Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
This charming bracelet in 14-karat yellow gold is a tribute to the delicacy and diversity of nature
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

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Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby and White Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
materials, designed to enhance any jewelry collection. Specifications: Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian More Rings

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PETOCHI Firenze Roman Revival Ring With Micro Mosaic In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and embellished on top with a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Classical Roman Cocktail Rings

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite collar necklace is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and showcases beautiful
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Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Snake Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Sapphire cabochon: 6 ct Size: 8 Weight: 21.67 g. The ring depicts a realistically modeled snake with a coiled body engraved with a snakeskin design. Above the head of this animal is...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany&Co by Elsa Peretti Star Diamond Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Vintage
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Mārupe, LV
Elsa Peretti star pendant, vintage Tiffany jewelry, Elsa Peretti pendant 1970s, 18k gold Tiffany
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

9K Yellow White Gold Drop / Dangle Vintage European Earrings, 42mm long.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
9K Yellow & White Gold Drop / Dangle Vintage Earrings, of European Italian provenance, superbly
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

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White Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Pendant Necklaces
Located in Marcianise, IT
Lucky Ladybug - 18K Gold Pendant to Keep Bad Luck and Envious People Away. Wear it, because as the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A 18kt Yellow Gold And Black Enamel Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Of bombé design, decorated with bands of black enamel, mounted in 18ct gold, gross weight 17.30
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Buccellati diamond 18k yellow and white gold ring
By Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Buccellati ring from the 1970s is exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold and
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Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati 18K Gold Yellow Braided Drop Knob Dangle Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting an exquisite pair of vintage Buccellati earrings crafted from the finest 18K yellow gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

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18k Gold

Diamonds, Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retrò Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò bracelet in 18 kt yellow gold structures mounted with a diamond in the upper part
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby and White Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: A stunning 18 karat yellow gold ring featuring a vivid ruby and sparkling white
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Vintage 1970s Italian More Rings

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Three-Row Spiga Style Link Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This luxurious three-row spiga-style link chain necklace in 18K yellow gold exudes timeless
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Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 1970 Aldo Cipullo Door Knocker Earrings IN 18Kt Gold With Onyxes
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold with high polished finish and embellished with two cabochons carved from black onyx. They a
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

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Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Brazilian Emeralds Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Pendant earrings in 14 carat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Handcraft Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths cuff bracelet mounted
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Red Coral Torchon Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
yellow gold. The origin of this necklace goes back to the 1970s.It was totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Shape Tiger Eye Faceted Oval Amethyst 14 Kt Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
with a nice Oval Faceted Amethyst measuring 8 mm x 10 mm set in 14 kt yellow gold...Ring shank is also
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Vintage 1970s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Amethyst, Tiger s Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Tourmaline 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cocktail ring.Handmade by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Rose Cut Diamonds Yellow Gold 9 Karat Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Experience the perfect fusion of elegance and artistry with this striking 9 kt yellow gold and 800
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18Kt Yellow Gold Citrine Architectonic Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very high style oval Citrine 18kt Yellow Gold Architectonic Ring. Ultra chic wild
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Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings

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18k Gold

Sardinia Coral Diamonds Yellow Gold 14 Carat Drop Earring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
sector mounted in 14 Carat yellow gold and silver (only in the upper part of the bow and leaves) with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Pair of 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Brooches Signed "Birks"
By Birks
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An elegant pair of sculptural brooches crafted in 14K yellow gold, each signed Birks and stamped
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Virgo Zodiac 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgo Zodiac 18k yellow gold pendant, circa 1970s. This vintage Virgo Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow and white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by artisans
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Agate Opals 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This alluring ring artfully combines 14-karat yellow gold and sterling silver, creating a piece
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Agate, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Fancy Gold Wide Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience the epitome of 1970's elegance with our Italian fancy gold 14mm wide link bracelet, a
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Late 20th Century Link Bracelets

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Handcraft Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
14 Karat yellow gold and 800 karat silver cocktail ring. Handmade with ruby and rose cut diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Chiselled Brooch in Yellow 18 Karat Gold
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
collection, showcasing a stunning blend of craftsmanship and elegance. Features: Material: 18 Karat Gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

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18k Gold

ALDO CIPULLO 18k Yellow Gold Nephrite Cross Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s Rare
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Aldo Cipullo 18k Yellow Gold & Nephrite Cross Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s Here is your chance to
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Yellow Gold

GIORGIO FACCHINI Sculptural Abstract Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Coral
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in Miami, FL
abstract art piece crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is embellished
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rubies Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Handmade by our artisans. 14 karat yellow gold and silver 800 thousandths
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany Co. Vintage 18K Gold Men Cylinder Rope Italian Cufflinks
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
cufflinks weighing approximately 31.1grams  Handcrafted in solid heavy 18K yellow gold, inspired by the
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Vintage 1970s European Cufflinks

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18k Gold

Vintage Corletto Italian Diamond Enamel Bracelet in Solid 18 Karat Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
karat yellow gold and weighs an impressive 81 grams. Designed with signature Italian elegance, the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Multi-Gem Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Italian-made bracelet in 14K yellow gold showcases a regal panther link design
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Vintage 1970s Italian Link Bracelets

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphires Diamonds Pearl Yellow Gold 14 Carat Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
in 14 Karati yellow gold. The ring has a small pearl in the center and is entirely surrounded by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Bracelet Yellow Gold Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
from 18kt yellow gold, it features intricate filigree appliqué work, adding a delicate and ornate touch
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20th Century Italian Retro Cuff Bracelets

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Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold 5.40ct Lab Grown Ruby Signet Ring IGI Certified
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Yellow Gold Lab-Grown Ruby Signet Ring is a stunning example of modern elegance and timeless
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Signet Rings

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1970 Italy Yellow Gold Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Bulgari, Tiffany Co. and Buccellati are consistently popular. Take a look at an object in our assortment of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an option in this array of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1970 Italy Yellow Gold Jewelry?

The price for a piece of 1970 italy yellow gold jewelry starts at $275 and tops out at $39,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $4,250.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.