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Torre Del Greco Coral Jewellery

18k Gold Coral Beads Chandelier Earrings with Carved Fish
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
and little hand-carved coral fish from Torre del Greco, Italy. A feminine and colourful touch to any
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2010s Dutch Artisan Chandelier Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold

18K Gold Hand-Carved Coral Puffer Fish Earrings
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of Italian artisans in Torre del Greco, where the coral carving
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2010s Dutch Artisan Dangle Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold

18k Gold Hand Carved Coral Crab Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
clip clasp from Torre del Greco, Italy, is literally one-of-a-kind. The coral was carved by Italian
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2010s European Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Coral, 18k Gold

Hand-Carved Coral Fish Pendant on 18K Yellow Gold Hook
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This whimsical 18K gold pendant with a hand-carved fish of coral from Torre del Greco, Italy, is
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2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral

18k Gold Fish Pendant from Hand Carved Coral on Hook
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This whimsical 18K gold pendant with hand-carved coral fish from Torre del Greco, Italy, is
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2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Gold Charm Bracelet with Coral Fish and Emerald Beads
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
. Lightweight and perfect for layering, this is the ideal summer accessory. About the coral: Torre del Greco
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2010s Dutch Artisan Charm Bracelets

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Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold

Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Hand Carved Roman Soldier Cameo Gold Cufflinks
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
intricate carving has been carried out in Torre Del Greco, the home of cameos and coral South of Naples
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Annellino Italian Cabochon Coral and Champagne Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
sourced from the historic town of Torre del Greco in Naples known for its long affiliation with coral
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Coral, Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Estate Coral Yellow 18 Carat Gold Earrings
Located in GOES, NL
hand-engraved by master engravers in Torre del Greco (Naples) Italy. The corals are natural and undyed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Romantic Stud Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold

Coral Diamonds Yellow Gold 14 Carat Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
expert craftsmen from Torre del Greco. Total weight of pendant grams 8.50 weight of diamonds Carat 0.40
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Japan Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Torre del Greco artisans. Necklace total weight 75.70 grams Coral weight 50 grams Chain length 39 cm
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1990s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
of art created by a master craftsman from Torre del Greco and completed at the workbench by expert
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1990s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Hand Carved Veiltail Fish Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
clasp from Torre del Greco, Italy, is literally one-of-a-kind. The coral was carved by Italian craftsmen
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2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Pair 19th Century Carved Coral Rosebud and Leaf 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
jewels and carvings worthy of Royal patronage. Torre del Greco remains the epicenter of Italian coral
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Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Coral Starfish Pendant Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Diamonds 0.40 Ct
Located in BARI, IT
. The manufacturing of this pendant is from Torre del Greco, a very little city, near Naples, which is
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1990s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Gold

Classical Carved Red Coral 18K Gold Double-Sided Amulet Medallion Necklace
Located in New York, NY
beautifully detailed coral jewels and carvings worthy of Royal patronage. Torre del Greco remains the
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20th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Francesco Passaretta 1970 Fluted Sardinian Coral Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Bourbon founded the first factory for the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the time, the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Cluster Rings

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

French "Belle Époque" Coral Angel Skin Diamond Yellow Gold "Negligé" Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
diplomat who had fallen in love with Coral skin of angel after a trip in the region of Torre del Greco in
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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

Italian 1960 Double Strands Roots Coral Necklace Mount in Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
. Ferdinando IV of Bourbon founded the first factory for the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt yellow gold with orange big heart pendant, diamonds 0.60 ct.
Located in BARI, IT
be opened. This pendant can be considered a true sculpture. It has been handmade in Torre del Greco
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Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Onyx and White Agate 18 Karat Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
Italy in Torre del Greco, a place well known for its high craftsmanship tradition on the manufacturing
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Early 2000s Italian Dangle Earrings

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Agate, Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Maz Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Earrings, 2.25 Carats
By Maz
Located in London, GB
they harvested and hand carved, in a small town just south of Naples, called Torre del Greco. Louis
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1990s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Maz 1970 Bartholomew Mazza Modernist Earrings in 14kt Gold Rock Quartz & Peridot
Located in Miami, FL
industry dates back almost two centuries in a small town just south of Naples called Torre del Greco
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

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Peridot, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Bubbles Ring in Pink Coral, Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Ariano Irpino, IT
manufactured in Torre del Greco, Naples. We underline that true angel skin coral is very rare. ***** Naples is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Flower Pink Coral Diamonds Pavè Necklace
Located in Ariano Irpino, IT
Coral handcrafted tradition and heritage. Particularly known is the village of Torre del Greco. Torre
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pale Pink Coral and Diamonds Floral Earrings
Located in Ariano Irpino, IT
century, coral started to be fished extensively and worked in Torre del Greco, where the material start
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2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Floral Wheel Salmon Coral Ivory Emeralds and Diamonds Earrings
Located in Ariano Irpino, IT
century, coral started to be fished extensively and worked in Torre del Greco, where the material start
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2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural Coral Branch, 18 Kt Gold and Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Palermo, IT
Craftsmanship of Torre del Greco (Na). Gorgeous natural coral branch, red, AAA + quality Combined
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Coral Branch, 18 Kt Gold and Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Palermo, IT
Craftsmanship of Torre del Greco (Na). Gorgeous natural coral branch, red, AAA + quality Combined
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Leaf Pink Coral Diamonds Australian Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in Ariano Irpino, IT
Bourbon founded the first factory for the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. In 1876, Mr Giovanni
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2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Statement Gold Ring With Angel Skin Coral And Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
in the Italian city of Torre Del Greco, known as the land of rare and alluring corals. It dates from
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Sciacca Coral Brooch, Hand Carved and 18 Kt Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
worked and carved by hand, mounted on an 18 kt yellow gold cage. Purchased in the 90s in Torre del Greco
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1990s Italian Artisan Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1950s Angel Skin Coral Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Necklace Ring Earring Set
Located in London, GB
cabochons are totally hand worked. This is an authentic Angel Skin coral from Japan worked in Torre del
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20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Sciacca Coral Brooch / Pendant, Hand Carved and 18 Kt Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
. Purchased in the 90s in Torre del Greco (Na). Never used. Stamped 750 thousandths (18 Kt) It weighs 31.6
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artist Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Sciacca Coral Brooch / Pendant, Hand Carved and 18 Kt Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
. Purchased in the 90s in Torre del Greco (Na). Never used. Stamped 750 thousandths (18 Kt) It weighs 31.6
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artist Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Parure Earrings and Ring in 18 Kt White Gold, Coral and Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Palermo, IT
. Both the Earrings and the Ring have hand-carved coral roses in the center. Provenance Torre del Greco
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Early 2000s Italian Romantic Clip-on Earrings

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Italian Torre del Greco Coral Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
coral cabochon from the Torre del Greco. The entire bed features finely chased gold pleats. The
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Antique 1890s Italian Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Gold

Baume Torre del Greco Coral Gold Dangle Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
with suspended round gold beads leading to Torre del Greco coral amphorae. Each gold earring has a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Empire Dangle Earrings

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Coral, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

An Antique Coral Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
the Italian town of Torre Del Greco were discovered as a rich source of coral and Naples quickly
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20th Century Italian Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

A 19th Century Coral Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Del Greco were discovered as a rich source of coral and Naples quickly became the centre for the
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Italian Lucky Coral Horn, Mounted in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful italian coral horn and 18 Kt gold was made by an artisan from Torre del Greco, who
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral

An Antique Coral Bead Necklace, Late 19th Cent.
Located in Firenze, IT
the Italian town of Torre Del Greco were discovered as a rich source of coral and Naples quickly
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Agate, 18k Gold

18 Kt. White Gold Chain Necklace with Natural Coral Elements
Located in BARI, IT
total weight is 18.4 g. It's Italian manufacturing made in the city of Torre del Greco, near Naples
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1990s Italian Chain Necklaces

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Coral, White Gold

Italian Lucky Coral Horn, Mounted in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful italian coral horn and 18 Kt gold was made by an artisan from Torre del Greco, who
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Italian Antique 18th Century Mythological Carved Coral 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
. Ferdinando IV of Bourbon founded the first factory for the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the
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Antique 18th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Brooches

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

Red Mediterranean Coral 'Coralium Rubrum' and Enamel Brooch on 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Crema, Cremona
carved in Torre del Greco (Napoli). Dimension: 4x3 cm Weight: 18 g (for an estimated 14g of gold weight
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Brooches

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Italian 1850 Renaissance Revival Pendant Carved In Coral Mount In 14Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Bourbon founded the first factory for the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the time, the
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Antique 1850s Italian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Horn Lucky Charm with 18 Kt Gold Crown and a small Topaze
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful coral and 18 Kt gold horn comes from the Italian sea and was purchased in Torre del
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Italy Modernist 1970 Fluted Sardinian Coral Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Torre del Greco Napoli, in the year 1400, at the time when Livorno held the monopoly on the raw coral
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Band Rings

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

Magnificent Victorian Antique Gold and Coral Fringe Necklace, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
most highly revered. By the 15th century, Naples and especially the port area known as Torre del Greco
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Antique 19th Century Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

70s Italian Ring with double ring made of 'angel skin' coral 8/8 size diamonds
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Corallo in Torre del Greco, following a long tradition in coral manufacturing; Control of the coral trade
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Vintage 1970s Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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18k Gold

MAZ Rock Crystal Pavé Diamond 18k Gold Clip Earrings
By Maz
Located in Palm Beach, FL
harvested and hand carved, in a small town just south of Naples, called Torre del Greco. Louis emigrated to
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
the master carvers of Torre del Greco (Italy), the best in the world for these types of workmanship
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Vintage 1940s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Coral Lucky Horn with 18 Kt Gold Crown and Turquoises
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful coral and 18 Kt gold horn comes from the Italian sea and was purchased in Torre del
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Italian 1960 Four Strands Graduated Coral Necklace Mount in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the time, the production of sacred objects was
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Neapolitan Coral Quilted Convertible Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds
By Oro Trend
Located in Miami, FL
the manufacturing of coral in Torre del Greco. At the time, the production of sacred objects was
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
starfishes and three Diamonds. Two Diamonds on the Coral and one on a gold disc. Handmade in Italy, in Torre
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Rings

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rajola Italy Long Sautoir Necklace With Blue Turquoises Round Beads
Located in Miami, FL
jewellery with natural stones Born in Torre del Greco (Italy) in 1926 with a coral and cameos production
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maz 1970 Flower Earrings in 14Kt White Gold with 96.72 Ctw Rock Quartz & Diamond
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Torre del Greco. Starting in the 1840’s the Mazza family worked with coral and conch shells for cameos
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sciacca Coral Pendant, Hand Carved and 18 Kt Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
worked and carved by hand, mounted on an 18 kt yellow gold cage. Purchased in the 90s in Torre del Greco
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1990s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

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Pink Jade Coral Beads Gold Buddha Pendant
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Pink jade Buddha pendant with coral beads and malachite cabochon bottom.
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Jade, 18k Gold

Boucheron Paris 1970 Classic Cocktail Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold with Lapis and Coral
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Boucheron. A classic colorful ring crafted in Paris France by the jewelry house of Boucheron, back in the 1960's &-1970"s. This classic piece has been made...
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Vintage 1970s Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Hand Painted Diamond Butterfly 18K Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 18-karat gold, these earrings are set with .36 carats sapphire and .27 carats of sparkling diamonds. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

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Torre Del Greco Coral Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the torre del greco coral jewellery you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. You can easily find a 20 antique edition and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a torre del greco coral jewellery may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing torre del greco coral jewellery — no matter the origin — is easy, but Annellino Fine Jewellery, SCALA GIOIELLI and Maz each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a torre del greco coral jewellery, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Torre Del Greco Coral Jewellery?

On average, a torre del greco coral jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $3,846, while they’re typically $997 on the low end and $22,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.