Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Italian Vintage 1950 Vatican Guard Charm Pendant in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vatican guard charm-pendant
Beautiful and highly detailed three-dimensional piece, created in
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1950s Italian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.75 in D 0.43 in L 1.22 in
Pair of Italian Portraits Made of Handcrafted Micromosaic Tiles
By Vatican Mosaic Studio
Located in London, GB
An important pair of large micromosaic plaques
from The Vatican Studios of Rome
Gold Gilt frames
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20th Century Italian Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Cut Glass, Giltwood
Buccellati Gianmaria Milano Drop Lariat Necklace in White and Yellow 18Kt Gold
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Italy by the iconic jewelry house of Buccellati. This lariat drop necklace has been crafted in solid 18
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 3.45 in Dm 14.5 in L 24.5 in
Mario Buccellati 1970 Milano Bracelet with Organic Leaves Motifs in 18k Gold
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This magnificent work of art can be admired
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.63 in L 7 in
Silvia Furmanovich Dangle Drop Earrings 18Kt Gold 18.61 Ctw In Diamonds & Gems
By Silvia Furmanovich
Located in Miami, FL
, Brazil, to a line of Italian goldsmiths. Her great-grandfather created sacred adornments for the Vatican
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1990s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Go...
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W 1.73 in L 3.25 in
Buccellati 1970 Milano Domed Ring 18kt Yellow Gold with Three Ceylon Sapphires
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This magnificent work of art can
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Milan Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Gold 1.20 Ctw Diamonds & Pearl
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati 1970 Oversized Leafs Clips Earrings Textured 18kt Yellow Gold
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
by the famous jewelry house of Buccellati, back in the late 1970's. These rare pieces were designed
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.22 in L 1.26 in
Gianmaria Buccellati Vintage Sterling 925 Silver Large Plate
Located in Braintree, GB
reputed jewelry shop in Milan, Beltrami & Beltrami. Mario took over the company in 1919 and renamed it
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1970s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver 'Milano' Two-Tine Carving Fork
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Egypt with Fine jewelry and sterling hollowware, in addition to creating pieces for the Vatican
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1970s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Stefan Knapp Enamel Painting on Steel Panel 'Untitled' 1989
By Stefan Knapp
Located in London, GB
remarkable luminescent qualities of jewellery enamel while attempting to fix a girlfriend’s broach that she
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1980s British Post-Modern Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Steel
"La Chorale" Sculpture by Paul Ahyi Togolese Clay
Located in Paris, FR
exterior statues that can be found in the Vatican, in Senegal, in Benin, in Ivory Coast, in Nigeria and in
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Clay
H 14.18 in W 18.12 in D 7.88 in
Buccellati Sterling Silver Maschera Ligorica Pendant
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Cincinnati, OH
company has supplied the royal families of Italy, Spain and Egypt with Fine jewelry and sterling
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1970s Italian Renaissance Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Set/2 Pots, Ceramic Pots, Green, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
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Located in Lisboa, PT
Chaucer Pots, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
This beautiful set includes two waterproof ceramic pots with lid, perfect to be displa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Gold Leaf, Brass
Pearl Royale 18K White Gold, Diamond, Sapphire and South Sea Pearl Chess Set
By Colin Burn Art
Located in Halls Head, Western Australia
The Pearl Royale chess set stands as one of the world’s finest jewelry artworks ever created. This masterpiece is hailed as the most valuable and opulent chess set in the world and l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Victorian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Gold
H 5.52 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Cristalleries De Baccarat, a Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Tsarine Torcheres
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Cristalleries De Baccarat, A Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Twenty-Four Light Tsarine Torcheres, Standing Floor Chandeliers.
"A Magnificent Pair of Chandeliers"
Each central ...
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20th Century French Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Crystal
H 86 in W 33 in D 33 in
Hans Zatzka a Very Fine Oil on Canvas "Flowers of the Alps"
By Hans Zatzka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Zatzka (Austrian, 1859-1945) a superb quality oil on canvas titled "Flowers of the Alps" ("Blumen der Alpen") Depicting young standing and posing young maiden holding a wicker b...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Beaux Arts Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Giltwood
Art Nouveau Tulip Crown Oriental Pearls Diamond Enamel Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A crown set with fine oriental pearls is mounted as a brooch from which a finely modelled tulip is suspended. A natural baroque pearl, representing the head of the tulip, is surround...
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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Gold, Enamel
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W 0.99 in D 0.16 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Signed Estate 18K Gold & Enamel Greek Form Vase Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine gold vase shaped charm or pendant.
With images of a ship and two greek soldiers in battle engraved around the vase and embellished with blue enamel.
Simply a great char...
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20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Enamel, 18k Gold
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H 0.83 in W 1.03 in D 0.71 in
Meissen Porcelain Pot-Pourri Vase, Germany, 19th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Meissen porcelain pot-pourri vase, Germany, 19th century.
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Porcelain
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural light blue aquamarine - 24 Carats
Pear Shaped red ruby - 6 Carats
Natural Garnets, Tsavorite and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gar...
Mario Buccellati Coral and Gold Beads Necklace
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Banbury, GB
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Metal 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter 6.9 - 12.6mm
Length approx 890mm
Dates 1960s
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Condition Excellent
Co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Gold
Buccellati 18k Gold Emerald Flower Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati 18k Gold Emerald Flower Brooch
Flower and leaf design, one round emerald cabochon, hand engraved "M.Buccellati", tested 18kt. yellow gold,
2 x 1-1/4 in., 12.2 grams
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1980s Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Cartier Diamond Elephant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stately and sophisticated diamond elephant brooch gold puts the spotlight on the more whimsical side of creations made by the legendary French jeweler Cartier. The playful yet e...
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel CC Brooch Pink / Lavender / Clear Diamantes
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
rare Chanel CC Diamante Brooch.
Faceted Emerald, Square, Oval round diamantes in Pink, Lavender and Clear.
Chic and timeless.
Silver hardware.
Rear Chanel stamp.
final sale
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21st Century and Contemporary French Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Buccellati Leaf Motif Yellow Gold Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold leaf motif necklace by Buccellati. Necklace is 15" long and 14mm wide. Marked: Federico Buccellati, 750. Weight - 48.4 grams.
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20th Century Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Swallow Dive Diamond Silver Gold Enamel Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This most exquisite elegant diving diamond swallow wears a red enamelled ribbon around its neck. It is entirely set with old cut diamonds and mounted as a brooch, however it could al...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Opal & Blue Sapphire Turtle Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal & Blue Sapphire Turtle Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
From the “Orient” collection
Natural Opals - 5.5 carats
Natural shapes
Natural Blue Sapphires - 15 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Dinh Van Paris Modernism Geometric Labyrinth Necklace Pendant in Sterling Silver
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric necklace designed by Jean Dinh Van.
A sophisticated and elegant piece created in Paris France by Dinh Van, back in the 1990's. This vintage geometric necklace pendant is f...
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1990s French Modern Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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W 1.57 in Dm 1.57 in L 28 in
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Buccellati Diamonds, 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in London, GB
, japanese :12.
-BUCCELLATI: In 1919, Buccellati open his jewellery activity in Milan(Italy).
In 1954
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1980s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mario Buccellati Vintage Gold and Silver Pearl Necklace with Grape Leaf Motive
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: necklace
Condition: very good condition
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Bulgari Gold Vatican Charm
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s 18K Yellow Gold Charm of the Vatican, purchased in Rome in the 1970s and never worn.
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1970s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Papal Keys to Heaven Pope Vatican Catholic 18 Karat Gold Charm
Located in Addison, TX
Rome, The Vatican this charm can re-affirm your faith or relive a trip to the holy city.
Charm
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati 1970 Milan Three Color Rose Flower Brooch 18Kt Yellow Gold & Sterling
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
for Princess Margaret to mark the extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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W 0.79 in D 0.65 in L 2.16 in
Mario Buccellati 1970 Milan Butterfly Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Red Rubies
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This magnificent
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Mario Buccellati 1960 Milan Profumo Brooch in 18kt Yellow with Pearls & Sapphire
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
mark the extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years
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1960s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Whi...
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W 2.05 in L 3.05 in
Buccellati Milano Etched Ring Band in Brushed 18 Karat White Gold
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
iconic jewelry house of Buccellati. From a limited edition designed with intricate engraved details and
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1990s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mario Buccellati 1970 Milano 18Kt Gold Necklace with Graduated Red Coral
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
for Princess Margaret to mark the extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati 1970 Clips Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with 2.62 Ctw Emeralds
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This magnificent work of art can be
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.51 in D 0.51 in L 0.91 in
Mario Buccellati Ruby Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Wailea, HI
power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This magnificent work
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
1990s Buccellati 18 Karat Gold Audachron Model 5011
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Vatican City in hundreds of years.
This rare Audachron is comprised of an 18 karat yellow gold case and
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Buccellati Diamond Gold Pendant
By Buccellati
Located in Sofia, BG
Italian jewellery and watch company formed by the merger of two previous companies with existing brands
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1960s Italian Empire Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Vintage 18K Gold Papal Keys of Heaven Vatican Crown Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
be gift-wrapped in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Buccellati 1970 Milano Jadeite Ring 18 Kt Gold 10.32 Ctw Sapphires and Diamonds
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
, made in Milan Italy by the iconic jewelry house of Buccellati, back in the 1970. This rare colorful
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1960s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Buccellati 1970 Milano Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold 1.35 Ct Ceylon Sapphire
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of years. This
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Gold Cross Pendant Top
By Pomellato
Located in Tokyo, JP
with:Our original box
Size:H31mm(Including the Vatican)×W23.18mm / 1.22"(Including the Vatican)×0.91
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1990s French Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Zodiac Charm Coin Pendant Libra 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
Weight:16.7g（Approx)
Size:W26mm×H34mm（Including Vatican)×D2.93mm / W1.02in×H1.33in(Including Vatican
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato 18 Karat Yellow Gold Orsetto Bear Pendant Top Charm
By Pomellato
Located in Tokyo, JP
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Size:(Included Vatican) H33mm×W19mm / H1.29"×W0.74"（Approx)
Comes with:Our shop original pouch
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1990s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Mini Medal Charm Virgo 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tokyo, JP
: 6.7g（Approx)
Size:W0.76in×H0.75in(not including Vatican)xD0.08in（Approx)
Comes with:VCA Pouch, VCA
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Milano 1970 Vintage Etched Hoops Earrings Textured 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
mark the extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City in hundreds of
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.1 in L 1.38 in
Rare Emilia Castillo Blue Pottery Figural Fish Vase
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Miami Beach, FL
whimsical take on nature mixed with this expertise has made her home décor and jewelry pieces widely
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Late 20th Century Mexican Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver 'Milano' Serving Fork and Spoon
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Italy, Spain and Egypt with fine jewelry and sterling hollowware, in addition to creating pieces for the
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1970s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver 'Maschera Ligorica' Letter Opener
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Italy, Spain and Egypt with fine jewelry and sterling hollowware, in addition to creating pieces for the
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Sterling Silver
Ruby and Diamond Vatican Charm/Pendant
Located in Dallas, TX
Vatican with laurel wreath. Fine workmanship and 18K yellow gold with white gold stone settings
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cazzaniga Gem Set Gold Carousel Pendant
By Cazzaniga
Located in New York, NY
of Cazzaniga, a Roman jeweler since 1929 and jeweler to the Vatican. Specifically the inlaid enamel
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1970s Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Rosary from the Vatican Library Red Czech Beads
By Vatican Library
Located in Cookeville, TN
This is a rosary from the Vatican Library collection. It was manufactured in the Czech Republic and
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Late 20th Century Czech Renaissance Vintage Vatican Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Rosary from the Vatican Library Clear Glass Czech Beads
By Vatican Library
Located in Cookeville, TN
This is a rosary from the Vatican Library collection. It was manufactured in the Czech Republic and
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Late 20th Century Czech Renaissance Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Metal
Buccellati Gianmaria 18 Carat Gold, Baroque Pearls and Mother-of-Pearl Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in London, GB
jewellery activity in Milan(Italy).In 1954 Buccellati was commisioned an icon by Pope Pius XII for Princess
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1970s Italian Vintage Vatican Jewelry
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
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Vintage Vatican Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of vintage vatican jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of vintage vatican jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of vintage vatican jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Buccellati, Mario Buccellati and Gianmaria Buccellati each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an object in our assortment of vintage vatican jewelry featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of vintage vatican jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Vintage Vatican Jewelry?
The price for a piece of vintage vatican jewelry starts at $568 and tops out at $93,074 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $8,944.
Questions About Vintage Vatican Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
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