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Item Specifics
• Brand/Maker: Gilbert
• Metal: Yellow Gold
• Metal Purity: 10k
• Weight: 5.5 grams
• Type: Pin / Brooch / Pendant
• Theme: Medical, Nursing, Collegiate History
• Institution: D'Youville College (Buffalo, NY)
• Year: 1966
• Condition: Pre-owned (Excellent Vintage Condition)
Description
Beautiful Vintage February 1966 D'Youville College School of Nursing Graduation Pin
Up for sale is a stunning, highly collectible piece of medical and collegiate history: an authentic mid-century nursing graduation pin from D'Youville College (now D'Youville University) in Buffalo, New York.
Manufactured by the renowned premier institutional jeweler Gilbert, this pin is crafted from hefty solid 10K yellow gold and features a beautifully detailed cross-and-oval design.
Key Features & Details:
• Weight: 5.5 grams (Solid 10K Yellow Gold)
• Front Design: Features the classic D'Youville College emblem in deep maroon/red and white enamel lettering with crisp, bold gold accents. Central crest reads "MCMVIII" (1908), marking the institution's founding year.
• Flawless Condition: The front enamel is completely immaculate. No chips, cracks, or surface scratches—incredibly rare for an authentic piece of this age.
• Engravings & Hallmarks: The reverse side is cleanly engraved with the graduation timeline: "FEB 1966". It is stamped with the official "10K" gold purity mark flanking the original Gilbert manufacturer crown/crest hallmark.
• Hardware: Outfitted with its original top loop hinge and a fully functional bottom safety catch clasp.
This is an exceptional heirloom piece perfect for D'Youville alumni, nursing historians, or vintage fine jewelry collectors.
