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Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Button Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One pair of blue and green polka dot 18K yellow gold button earrings by Marti (stamped) measuring
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Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Buccellati 18k Gold Geminato Button Earrings
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Buccellati "Geminato" button earrings in 18k yellow gold with hand-engraved white gold accents
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Designer Italian 18k Circular Button 18k Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These clip-back diamond earrings By Dario are artfully rendered in high polished solid 18K Tricolor
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond Domed Button Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of diamond-studded earrings set in 18k yellow gold. These earrings sit perfectly
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Yellow Gold 18K and Diamond Button Earrings
Located in US
A stylish estate pair of button earrings, featuring a stunning textured 18K yellow gold. They are
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Baroque Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Aqueous Button Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque freshwater pearls are featured in these striking Aqueous earrings. The well matched
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati 18K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Button Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Houston, TX
Buccellati button earrings in 18K yellow and white gold with 14 round diamonds that total 0.32
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond Dome Button Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A must have! 4.95 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, F/G color set in 18k white gold. These
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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cushion White Coral Button Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Jewels from the sea star in these earrings. The gem of choice is white coral, carved into cushion
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2010s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25ct Diamond and Pearl Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold, Large Button Pearl
Located in McLeansville, NC
touch of sophistication to any outfit. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, these earrings feature large button
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Early 2000s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sicis 18K Yellow Gold Micromosaic Strawberry w/ Yellow Sapphire Button Earrings
By Sicis Jewels
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a very unique pair of micro-mosaic strawberry button earrings designed by Sicis
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1990s More Earrings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stambolian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond White Agate Floral Motif Button Earrings
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stambolian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond White Agate Floral Motif Button Earrings From the 2021 Spring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Coral Button Doorknockers Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable pair of David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Estate Coral Earrings, an exquisite testament to
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Flower Earrings Diamond Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Round Button Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of vintage enamel diamond flower earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold. Six diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Kurt Wayne Diamond Button Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
18K yellow gold button-style diamond earrings marked "KW 750". There are a total of seventy-four
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Late 20th Century American Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Button Earrings with 0.62 Carats of Diamonds
Located in Cascais, Lisboa
18 diamonds measuring 1.8mm , for a total of 0.62 carats. The earrings are crafted with 2.3 grams of
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2010s Portuguese Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18k White Gold Button Earrings with 0.62 Carats of Diamonds
18k White Gold Button Earrings with 0.62 Carats of Diamonds
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Gold Diamond Button Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold button earrings, set with approx. 1.20ctw in H-I/Si diamonds. Earrings measure
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20th Century More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Large Elizabeth Locke Coin Button Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large ELIZABETH LOCKE Coin Button Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold Large Coin Button Earrings by
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Large Wide 20mm Hammered Domed Scalloped Omega Back Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ 14K Yellow Gold Backings Weight: 19.90 Grams Backing: Posts w
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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18k Yellow Gold Large Faceted Textured Round Omega Back Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 17.31 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (Pierced ears
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18k Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Daisy Flower Large Colorful Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a truly breathtaking pair of large and colorful button earrings crafted in solid 18k
Category

1990s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Inlaid Black Onyx & Pave Diamond Striped Domed Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These outstanding vintage earrings are crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and feature a domed button
Category

Vintage 1970s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pavé Diamond Knot Button Earrings 2.00 carat total weight in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Pavé Diamond Knot Button Earrings 2.00 carat total weight in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Knot Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond Button Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
Stunning earrings of pink sapphires and diamonds set in a geometric design, finished with black
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21st Century and Contemporary American More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Rock Crystal Black Onyx & Baguette Diamond Domed Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous pair of earrings that were crafted from solid 18k white gold. The earrings
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Early 2000s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1985 18k Gold & Platinum GIA Round Coral & Diamond Button Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a gorgeous pair of earrings that was designed in 1985 and crafted in solid 18k
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Vintage 1980s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Button Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Houston, TX
David Webb button style earrings composed of 18K yellow gold with black enamel accents and round
Category

Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage 18K Gold Pink Angel Skin Coral Button Clip Earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
coral earrings recall us that spring is not very far anymore! The earrings, which feature round pink
Category

20th Century Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage VCA Natural Saltwater Button Pearls Stud Earrings, 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A vintage pair of Van Cleef and Arpels earrings showcasing natural saltwater button pearls weighing
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Caged Coral Clip On Round Button Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These bright round button coral earrings are "caged" between twisted gold ropes creating a classy
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moonstone Gold Button Earrings by Tous
By Tous
Located in Darnestown, MD
Eighteen karat button earrings, each with 16 moonstones. Made by the Spanish firm, Tous. Backs are
Category

1990s Spanish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Large Mabe Pearl Diamond Halo Twisted Wire Work Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These magnificent and super classy vintage statement earrings are crafted in solid 18k yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Button Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A modern take on the classic button earrings. They feature 24.70 carats of fine blue topaz which
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21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Carved Rock Crystal & Diamond Button Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Carved Rock Crystal & Diamond Button Earrings in 18k White Gold Square Rock Crystal and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

De Grisogono Pearl Diamond Button Earrings
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
Grisogono Pearl Diamond Button Earrings, made in Switzerland in the 21st century, circa 2010s, feature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fred Paris Diamond Button Cluster Earrings Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Fred Paris
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of pavé set diamond round button earrings set in 18k yellow gold, signed Fred Paris
Category

1990s French Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K TT Gold GIA Large Saltwater Cultured Pearl & Bezel Diamond Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent pair of button statement earrings was crafted from solid 18k yellow and white gold
Category

1990s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold

Textured Yellow Gold Domed Button Style Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic domed textured 18k yellow gold 1960’s button style hollow earrings with extra-large 18k
Category

Mid-20th Century More Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Judith Ripka 4.48ctw Smoky Quartz Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Button Studs
By Judith Ripka
Located in McLeansville, NC
Diamonds - 0.48 Total Carats, Round Brilliant Cut, G - H Color, VS2 Clarity Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Weight
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold

Elegant Carved Cabochon Amethyst Flower Button Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Carved Cabochon Amethyst Flower Button Earrings These stunning pair of button earrings
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Bulgari Pyramid Amethyst Button Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These superb Bulgari Pyramid Amethyst Button Earrings, made in Italy in the Contemporary Era, circa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black-Coral Diamond Gold Round Button Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique and stylish pair of earrings! They feature 15 carats of natural black coral which are
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21st Century and Contemporary American More Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Large Mabe Pearl Diamond & Black Onyx Frame Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Custom Cut - Bezel Set Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold All w/ 14k Yellow Gold Backings Weight: 34.05
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Knot Style Button Diamond Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
gold pair of earrings try this fabulous 18K Yellow Gold pair by David Webb. They are incredibly
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K TT Gold Cushion Cabochon Amethyst & 1ctw Diamond Button Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
The pictures capture the general idea of these earrings - but i have to say these must be held
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Luro Diamond Green Gold Flower Button Style Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
18k green gold button style round flower earrings with textured background. Designer signed. 2
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1990s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Button Natural Saltwater Pearl Earrings, Diamond Cluster, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of cluster earrings showcasing two saltwater natural round button pearls weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Button Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 579 round brilliant cut = 13.65cttw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Button Earrings
18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Button Earrings
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W 0.87 in L 0.87 in
Multi Shape Diamond Cluster Button Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A unique pair of earrings featuring multi shape diamonds set in a slightly dome button design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Large Buccellati Gold Herringbone Button Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Bethesda, MD
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold brushed finished button earrings with distinctive hand engraved
Category

Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond Scene 2.98 Carat Diamonds Gold Button Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
2.98 carats of F/G color VS clarity diamonds set in 18k white gold. Approximately .70 inch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Carved Amethyst Rhodolite Garnet Button Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Cabochon amethyst carved in the form of stylized lotus blooms are features in these elegant button
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold

Classic Diamond White Gold Button Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
color VS clarity round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The earrings measure half an inch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Dome Oval Button Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
dome button with a diamond rim, fastens with a secure clip. Each earrings measures: 34 x 29mm.
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Impressive Diamond Gold Button Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold button earrings with approx. 8ctw in GH/VS diamonds. Earrings are 1" in diameter
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Button Earrings #17107
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Earrings- These elegant earrings each feature one round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Coral and Gold Button Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rich saturated vivid orange coral is featured in this classic elegant earring. 17.50 millimeters in
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage Coral Gold Button Earrings Clip On Earrings
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These stylish and elegant earclips are made out of 18 kt gold and large coral buttons decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Button Stud Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18K Green Gold Diamond Dome Stud Earrings The quintessential diamond stud earring. Your
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mini Button Stud Earring
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Handcrafted in 18 karat gold with a matte finish, Faye Kim’s mini button stud design is a simple
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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18k Button Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of 18k button earrings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 197 vintage versions or 140 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of 18k button earrings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Michael Kneebone, Buccellati and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 133, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 18k button earrings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of 18k button earrings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are 18k Button Earrings?

Prices for 18k button earrings start at $130 and top out at $75,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $3,346.

Finding the Right earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.

Questions About 18k Button Earrings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The term "14K earrings" means a pair of earrings that feature 14-karat white, yellow or rose gold. To be labeled 14-karat, a gold alloy must consist of 14 parts gold and 10 parts base metal. This means that 58.3% of the alloy is gold, and 41.7% consists of other metals. Find a wide range of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, 14K gold is okay for earrings. In fact, many people opt for earrings crafted out of 14-karat gold. This type of gold is 53.8% pure gold and 41.7% alloy. The high content of base metals makes 14-karat gold strong enough to resist scratches, so earrings made from the precious metal can hold up to the effects of daily wear. Shop a diverse assortment of 14-karat gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 14k gold can be good for earrings. The precious metal is rich in color, making it an appealing choice for jewelry. It is also durable and reasonably priced compared to 18-karat gold. The biggest downside to 14-karat gold earrings is that they contain a larger percentage of base metals than 18-karat and may be more likely to cause sensitivity reactions in some people as a result. Explore a large selection of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 14-karat gold earrings can be good. One of the biggest benefits of 14-karat gold is that the base metal content provides added strength, helping earrings resist scratching and damage. The downside to 14-karat gold is that its color often isn't as rich as purer alloys like 18- and 22-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold earrings.