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What is the difference between a silversmith and a goldsmith?

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What is the difference between a silversmith and a goldsmith?
The difference between a silversmith and a goldsmith is what they make. While both types of artisans use tools to shape metal, the materials they work with are different. Silversmiths produce jewelry, tableware and decorative objects out of silver, while goldsmiths utilize gold, largely to produce handcrafted jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold and silver jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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New 8.05 Carat Neon Blue Paraiba Tourmaline & White Sapphire Y Gold Pl Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is from Africa. It is a beautiful cut round stone and is 8.05 cts. It is a very high quality stone. It measures 12.8 mm and and is flanked by 3 gr...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

ICA 18K Gold Oval 1.62ct F1 Emerald & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Unique two-tone gold deco design ring with rare minor clarity enhanced oval emerald at the center and surrounded by 6 high grade and decent size bright diamonds. Product Details: ...
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20th Century Thai Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6.5 Weight: 10.80 grams Band Width: 8mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .44 H...
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Gold 1.5 mm Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace On 18" 14k Italian Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very pretty necklace. It's dainty and delicate. One you can wear for any occasion or every day. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

New 1.67 Carat Peridot & Diamond cut White Sapphire Yellow Gold PL Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is so gorgeous! The photos just don't do it justice. The ring has a 1.67 carat marquise stone that measures 12.6 x 6.6. It is surrounded by diamond cut white sapphires a...
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 14.40 grams Measurements: 16.5mm (0.65") in diameter across the hoop, 9.5mm(0.37") in width ...
Category

2010s Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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