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22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rare Qajar 19th Century Persian 22k yellow gold and gemstones dangle bridal earrings. These
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Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings

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Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby

22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings
22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings
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W 1 in L 4.5 in
Antique Amethyst Earrings in 22K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Antique drop earrings crafted in 22K yellow gold featuring oval and pear-shaped amethysts that
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Dangle Earrings

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Amethyst, 22k Gold

Antique 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 5.30mm 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle. The bangle measures 5.30mm wide and fits a
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Vintage 1960s Bangles

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel and 22k Yellow Gold Miniature Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning fine and impressive antique hand painted enamel and 22 carat yellow gold miniature
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Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine, and impressive 11.50 carat hardstone and 22 karat yellow gold bracelet; part
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Antique 1880s Unknown Link Bracelets

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet
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H 0.22 in W 0.46 in L 6.1 in
Antique 17.04 Carat Green Peridot Pendant in 22k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Cast in radiant 22k yellow gold, this antique pendant showcases a mesmerizing 17.04 carat round-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Peridot, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Antique 19th Century Persian 22K Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Gold Pendent Rare and stunning large
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Antique 1850s Persian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Enamel

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant
Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant
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H 0.5 in W 2.25 in L 4 in
22K Yellow Gold Antique 1567 AD Venezuelan Coin Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
, and Negro Miguel, an African slave who rebelled against the Spanish. ✔ 22k gold original Venezuela
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Antique 16th Century Venezuelan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Style 22k yellow Gold Emerald Ring With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
22kt:7.2g, Diamond:0.15ct, Emerald:3.75ct Size: 6"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Ruby and Diamond 22K Yellow Gold Snake Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Victorian 0.59 carat ruby and 0.08 carat diamond, 22 karat yellow gold and silver set
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Ruby and Diamond 22K Yellow Gold Snake Brooch
Antique Victorian Ruby and Diamond 22K Yellow Gold Snake Brooch
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H 0.44 in W 1.41 in L 0.98 in
22K Yellow Gold Ring Centering an Antique Intaglio, Fairchild & Co.
Located in Aspen, CO
22K gold contemporary ring centering an antique carnelian intaglio of a standing angel extending an
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, 22k Gold

22k Gold Original Byzantine Coin Pendant, Antique Constantinople II Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
original Byzantine coin ✔ 22K Yellow Gold bezel setting ✔ Gross Weight: 27.5 grams ✔ 100% Authentic
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pendant Necklaces

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22k Gold

Antique Intaglio set in a 22K Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
22K yellow contemporary gold ring centering an antique carnelian intaglio, c. 1850, of a standing
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian English 22K Yellow Gold Belt / Buckle Ring. Birmingham c1892.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted from 22K yellow gold, the ring features an intricate belt / buckle shape (incredibly
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Band Rings

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Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Javanese 22k Gold Conch Shaped Earrings, 10th-15th Century, Indonesia
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and remarkable pair of Javanese high karat gold (22k+) earrings in the form of a conch shell
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Drop Earrings

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Gold and Pink Tourmaline Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the
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Late 20th Century Solitaire Rings

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Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian 22K Gold 18th Century French Enamel Pin Brooch Locket Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 22K Yellow Gold Length: 2.00 Inches Width: 1.00 Inches Weight: 19.35
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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22k Gold, Enamel

Emilio Jewelry 22K Gold Hand Made Ancient Cut Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
, peach, green,blue, pink sapphires have been set in a hand made 22 Karat gold hammered ring which is bold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, 22k Gold

Antique Georgian Mourning band ring, 22k gold, Black and White enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
mourning band ring. The ring is a very rich 22ct yellow gold, enamelled in black with white enamel bands
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Band Rings

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

22k gold 1.27cts Polki Diamond & 0.50cts diamond & 14.50cts Ruby Light Ring
Located in jaipur, IN
gold nw 12.724gm 22k ring polki 1.27cts diamond 0.50cts ruby light 14.50cts
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2010s More Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

22K Gold and Pink Tourmaline Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the
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Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

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Tourmaline, 22k Gold

22K Gold and Pink Tourmaline Dangle Earrings
22K Gold and Pink Tourmaline Dangle Earrings
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W 0.5 in L 1.5 in
22K Gold, Hand-Painted Ganesh Pendant Necklace, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the
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Late 20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

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22k Gold

Antique 17th Century 22K Gold “My Vertuous Choice Makes Me Rejoyce” Posy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A gold ring, with inscription on the inside of the band, in 22 karat yellow gold. This gorgeous
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Antique 17th Century Jacobean Band Rings

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Chinese Bronze Coin Tourmaline Diamond 21-22k Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Marco Polo, dangle drop Earrings. Antique Chinese coins set in 21K gold and highlighted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Tourmaline, Brown Diamond, Blue Diamond, Diamond, Bronze, Yellow Gold, 2...

Greek Antique Silver Coin Tahitian Pearl 22k-21k Gold Pendant Choker Necklace
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
to 21k concentration by mixing with fine silver and copper. 21K gold is more durable than 22K but
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sil...

22K Large Ring Centering an Antique Intaglio, c. 1850
Located in Aspen, CO
22K yellow contemporary gold ring centering an antique carnelian intaglio, c. 1850, of a standing
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Carnelian, 22k Gold

22K Gold Snake Band Ring with Emerald Eyes
Located in Nantucket, MA
An appealing 22K gold matte finish, hand-crafted snake band ring. It has round, faceted emerald
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Late 20th Century Band Rings

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Emerald, 22k Gold

22K Gold and Ruby Medallion Pendant Earrings, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate
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Late 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

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Ruby, 22k Gold

French Coin Bracelet 22k c1920s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 22k, France. Coin jewelry is timeless chic. Adorned with six antique 20 franc gold
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Vintage 1920s French Link Bracelets

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22k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone Triangle Earrings in 22k Gold
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rainbow Moonstone carved triangles are at the heart of these asymmetrical, one-of-a-kind earrings. Each triangle was carved by had with bezels. The design is based on the beauty of a...
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2010s Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

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Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Antique Carving in Carnelian Reset in 22k by Fairchild & Co.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique intaglio (carving in the stone), reset in 22K gold contemporary ring. The antique carnelian
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, 22k Gold

Victorian 1.34 Carat Diamond and 22k Rose Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
maker's marks (SH), the gold guarantee mark (crown), the 22k fineness mark (22), the Birmingham assay
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Antique 1880s British Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

22k Gold Egyptian Revival Emerald and Garnet Movable Ring
Located in Miami, FL
antique masterpiece. Details: - Metal: 22K Gold - Size: 5 - Weight: 10 grams - Mounting: Bezel
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20th Century Egyptian Revival Solitaire Rings

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Emerald, Garnet, 22k Gold

22K Gold Victorian Diamond Ruby and Emerald Curtain Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1840, this 22k gold medallion pendant is a treasure. Encrusted with colorful antique
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Antique 1840s European Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s 22k Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
(22CT); this indicates the high quality of the piece. This antique 22k gold band is the finest example
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Wedding Rings

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Yellow Gold

22K Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin in 22K Antique Greek Yellow Gold Pendant. Coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine and 22K Gold Lariat Rope Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
gemstones of unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 22k Gold

Amethyst, Tahitian Pearls & 22K Gold Bead Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Black Pearl, 22k Gold

Antique 3.45 Carat Opal and Diamond 22k Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive antique necklace has been crafted in 22k yellow gold. The antique necklace is
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Gray 22K Gold Tahitian Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings Contemporary Design
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
hand fabricated. One-of-a-kind dangle drop earrings. ---22k gold ***I start out with 24K gold mixing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Oriental Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Yello...

1/10OZ 22K Fine Gold Lady Liberty Coin Ring w/ Diamond Halo 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
1/10OZ 22K fine gold Lady Liberty coin, elegantly encircled by a dazzling diamond halo totaling
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2010s North American Signet Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

22K Flower Stud Earring with Pink Tourmaline Briolette Drop
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely 22K gold flower post earring with a pear-shaped, faceted pink tourmaline briolette drop
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Ancient Roman Bronze Ring, 22k Gold and Ombré Spinel Beaded Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Roman bronze ring artifact and 22k yellow gold cross charm pendant on an ombré
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces

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Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Rare Gem 22k Gold Armlet 'Bazuband' Mughal India 18th-19th Century
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: A stunning unique antique pendant in 22K yellow gold with 11 gemstones, and studded with
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Turqu...

22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 22K yellow gold brooch pendant. The rhombus-shaped piece is garnished with an embossed
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Yellow Gold

22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
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H 1.75 in W 1.75 in
Art Deco 1939 22k Heavy Rounded Wedding Band Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Art Deco chunky antique wedding band in heavy buttery 22K yellow gold! It is so lovely
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Band Rings

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22k Gold

Antique Art Deco Tiffany and Co 22K Yellow Gold Wedding Band - Size 5 1/4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Tiffany and Co 22K Yellow Gold Wedding Band - Size 5 1/4. This classic
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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Yellow Gold

East Indian Mughal Enamel Peacock 22K Gold Bangle with Kundan Set Diamond Rubies
Located in Berkeley, CA
complete with red, blue, and green enamel on 22K yellow gold. There are gold engravings on all sides of
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Bangles

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Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Enamel

Antique Gold Lorgnette
Located in New York, NY
Antique Gold Lorgnette An intricately designed yellow gold lorgnette with folding opera glasses
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Early 20th Century Vanity Items

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Lorgnette
Antique Gold Lorgnette
W 3.75 in L 6.75 in
Salvador Dali 22k "Dalí d'Or" For Piaget Coin Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Circa 1966
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Miami, FL
22K Gold Salvador Dali "Dalí d'Or" for Piaget Limited Edition Coin. Circa 1966. Ring setting is
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Signet Rings

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18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 1.5 Carat Navette Ring 18k & 22k ring
Located in Joelton, TN
and determined to be 18k yellow and 22k white gold for the setting. In very good condition for its age
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Antique 22ct Gold Pendant with 9ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Antique Necklace Consists of stunning pearl 22ct gold pendant The central arc swings
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Early 20th Century Unknown Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, 9k Gold

Estate Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" Bead Necklace Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Dallas, TX
An important Jean Mahie "Beaute Antique" bead necklace in 22k yellow gold. The necklace features
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Limoges Castel 22K Gold Decorated Cobalt Porcelain Two Handled Vases
Located in Germantown, MD
An exceptional Pair of Limoges Castel 22K Gold Decorated Blue Cobalt Porcelain Two Handled Vases in
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Mid-20th Century Vases

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Porcelain

Antique French Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold and Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold and 22k gold coin pendant / brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry
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Antique 1890s French Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Antique Coral Ring, 22ct Gold & Platinum
By Deborah Cadby | Cadby & Co.
Located in Bude, GB
14mm) oval antique coral 22ct gold with platinum inner Cadby & Co are a family business that
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2010s British Contemporary Solitaire Rings

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Coral, Platinum, 22k Gold, Gold

Antique Alaskan 14k Yellow Gold Horn Medham Crescent Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique Alaskan gold nugget and carved horn Crescent pendant attached to the Italian ball chain
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Antique Early 1900s Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian banded agate and 22k yellow gold, 14 karat yellow gold pin brooch
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
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H 0.79 in W 0.5 in L 2.72 in
Antique 1800 Empire 21.6 Karat Gold Pendant Initial E
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful initial E has been hand carved from a solid sheet of 21.,6 karat gold around 1800
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Antique Early 1800s German Empire Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold

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22k Gold Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 22k gold antique for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 22k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect 22k gold antique may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 22k gold antique over the years, but those made by AB Jewelry NYC, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 22k gold antique can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 48 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and uncut alternatives. Finding a 22k gold antique for sale for women should be easy, but there are 79 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 22k Gold Antique?

On average, a 22k gold antique at 1stDibs sells for $2,868, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About 22k Gold Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Twenty-two karat gold denotes that more than 91 percent of the metal is gold. Other metals are present to render the texture of the gold more durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The term 14K gold, or 14-karat gold, refers to a type of gold alloy. The term alloy means a metal made of two or more base metals. In the case of 14-karat gold, 58.5% of the content is pure gold, and the remaining 41.5% is alloy metal. Due to the strength of the metal, many jewelry makers use 14-karat gold in their pieces. Find a wide variety of 14-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, 12K gold is real, but that doesn't mean that the material is pure gold. 12K gold is actually an alloy that is 50% pure gold and 50% other metals. The resulting alloy is highly durable and resistant to scratching and fading. Its hardness makes it difficult to shape into rings, so most 12K gold jewelry consists of necklaces and earrings. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 10k gold is good. Its strongest selling point is its durability. Because it consists primarily of alloy metals, 10-karat gold is highly resistant to wear and tear. However, its value is less than alloys that contain more pure gold, like 14-karat and 18-karat varieties. Its color also typically isn't as rich as alternatives that feature more pure gold. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, you can buy 24k gold jewelry. However, 24-karat gold is a much less commonly used material than 14-karat and 18-karat gold. As 100% pure gold, 24-karat gold tends to be softer and more susceptible to scratching and breakage, making alloys a more popular pick for jewelry makers to use when crafting pieces. Find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 14k solid gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. The term 14-karat describes gold, which is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy metal. Adding alloy metal helps to make the gold more resistant to wear and tear. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of 14k gold jewelry.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    There is no standard for how much a 14K gold rope chain should weigh. The thickness of the chain will contribute to its weight, since thicker pieces have more mass than thinner ones. In addition, the length of the chain will impact how much it weighs, with longer chains generally weighing more than shorter ones of the same thickness. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of gold chains.