Marina B. 18K Gold Sculptural Swirl Earrings
Marina B. Bold Italian Design in High-Polished 18K Yellow Gold
Sculptural, fluid and unmistakably Marina B., these vintage 18K yellow gold earrings embody the bold design language associated with Marina Bulgari and her celebrated approach to modern Italian jewelry.
Each earring is formed as a sweeping dimensional swirl, with smooth curves and highly polished surfaces that capture and reflect the light from different angles. The substantial form gives the earrings a strong architectural presence, while the rounded contours retain an elegant sense of movement and femininity.
Crafted in 18K yellow gold and weighing an impressive 28.6 grams, the pair has the substance and presence characteristic of important signed jewelry. Measuring approximately 1 inch by 0.75 inch, they sit beautifully against the ear and make a distinctive statement without overwhelming the wearer.
The earrings are fitted with clip-on backs and fold-down posts, allowing them to accommodate both pierced and non-pierced ears. Signed and numbered Marina B. and made in Italy, they represent the distinctive glamour and confident proportions for which the designer is known.
Equally compelling worn with an evening look or as an unexpected accent to understated daytime dressing, these Marina B. earrings are a sophisticated example of collectible late-20th-century Italian design.
Key Features
- Designer: Marina B.
- Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
- Design: Sculptural Swirl
- Measurements: Approximately 1" × 0.75"
- Total Weight: Approximately 28.6 Grams
- Closure: Clip-On Backs with Fold-Down Posts for Pierced or Non-Pierced Ears
- Signature: Signed and Numbered Marina B.
- Origin: Made in Italy
- Era: Circa Late 20th Century
- Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Collector’s Note
Marina B. jewelry is admired for its bold proportions, sculptural forms and unmistakable Italian sophistication. The substantial gold weight, dimensional swirl design and signed construction make this pair particularly appealing to collectors of important vintage designer jewelry.
A bold and highly wearable expression of Marina B.’s distinctive Italian design aesthetic.
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Why does antique gold look different, and is surface wear normal?
Antique pieces were often made in gold standards less common today, such as 15ct (used in Britain only between 1854 and 1932), 9ct, or higher-karat continental gold, which give a warmer tone than typical modern 14k. Light surface wear, softened edges, and a gentle patina are normal and expected on antique jewelry — they reflect the age and authenticity of the piece, not flaws. We describe the true condition of every item honestly in its listing.
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