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Heavy 18k gold chain with unique link designs
Located in Surfside, FL
Heavy 18k gold chain with unique link designs. Length 24 inches. Width 8mm.
Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

''Intricate Design'' White Diamond Heavy 18K Gold Spectacular Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
0.85 carats of white brilliant round diamond are set in this 12.02 grams of heavy 18K gold ring
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Signed CELLINO Heavy 18k Gold Diamond, Ruby & Emerald Snake Bracelet
By Cellino
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Expertly crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite signed Cellino estate bangle
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Egyptian Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980's Vahe Naltchayan Vintage Diamond Heavy 18K Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Vahe Naltchayan
Located in Miami, FL
Designer Vahe Naltchayan 1980s piece wide opulent cuff bracelet, Crafted in solid heavy 18K yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mob Wife Vintage Lariat Heavy 18K Gold Tassel Rope Chain Bolo Slide Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
styling adjustment. The sustainable 18 karat yellow and white accent gold is bright and pleasing, boasting
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Heavy 18K Gold Bloodstone Signet Ring Mens Coat of Arms c.1890
Located in London, GB
A superb and heavy solid 18K gold antique signet ring, made in 19th century Victorian England
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

1930's Heavy 18K Gold Platinum European Cut Diamond Band Ring - for Men or Women
Located in Danvers, MA
also work well on a woman who likes hefty rings. Crafted of solid 18K yellow gold, the ring features
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 13.7 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Kyanite 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 9 x 22 mm shimmering irregular rose-cut faceted rainbow moonstones are surrounded by heavy 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Kyanite, 18k Gold

7.13 Carat Amethyst ''Magic Lamp Cover'' 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
ring is made in heavy 18 K Gold and is hand made in Hong Kong. The design of the ring is inspired by
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

1.90 Carat Mix Color Princess Cut No Heat Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold RIng
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A beautiful ensemble of mix color no heat sapphire and diamond are set in this heavy 18K gold ring
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Jade and Gold Modernist Ring
Located in New York, NY
of Deco Retro and Modernist overtones. Clean and striking in scale. Heavy 18k gold settings. Ring
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940s Enamel and Diamond Parrot Bird Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage large heavy 18k gold brooch in a parrot designe with colorful enamel topped with brilliant
Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

De Grisogono 'Be Eight' 18k Rose Gold & Diamond Watch
By de GRISOGONO
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - De Grisogono 'Be Eight' 18k Rose Gold & Diamond Watch Solid heavy 18k gold watch with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond and Gold Pinwheel Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Timeless and classic Cartier Diamond Accented Gold Pinwheel or flower clip in heavy 18k gold. There
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Gold Byzantine Pendant with Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
workmanship, set with 1.72 carats selected extra white diamonds and our heavy 18k gold work. Our exclusive
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Byzantine Pendant with Brilliant Diamonds
18k Gold Byzantine Pendant with Brilliant Diamonds
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W 1.456 in D 0.275 in Dm 1.456 in L 1.968 in
Unusual Coral and Diamond Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
High design Coral and Diamond Domed Cocktail Ring from the 1970's in heavy 18k gold. A large creamy
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Vintage 1970s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Amethyst Enamel Gold Mens Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1830s This late Georgian – early Victorian era heavy 18K gold ring features a very fine
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Enamel

1.68 Ctw White Brilliant Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Chimera Panther Bangle Bracelet
Located in Perry, FL
significant amount of diamonds and heavy 18k gold, truly impressive craftsmanship - it is a statement piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Heavy French 18K Gold Step Cut Diamond Ring with Hand Engraving, 1.73 ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a vintage, heavy 18K gold French ring with a large, sparkly square step cut diamond
Category

20th Century French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Emerald 18K Earrings Diamond Vintage Certified Natural VS Fine 12.18 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
1.60 CARATS OF SPARKLING WHITE DIAMONDS. FINE ANTIQUE EARRINGS IS SOLID HEAVY 18K GOLD. GIA
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Antique 19th Century Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

GIA Emerald 18K Earrings Diamond Colombian Vintage Certified Natural VS 2.18 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
DIAMONDS. ANTIQUE EARRINGS ARE SOLID HEAVY 18K GOLD. EMERALDS ARE TRANSPARENT. GIA CERTIFICATION
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20th Century Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold

18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute colourful bird brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a lovely
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
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H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 0.4 in
18K Gold Heavy Link Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
18K yellow gold heavy link bracelet. The links are double swirls with flat spacers. The catch is
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

18K Gold Heavy Link Bracelet
18K Gold Heavy Link Bracelet
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W 1.19 in L 8 in
Vintage Heavy Link Bracelet 18k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage heavy link bracelet made of 18k yellow and white gold. The links are figure eight shape
Category

Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Gold

Heavy Vintage 18k Rose Gold Link Charm Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
a considerable 1 1/2 ounces. The 4 leaf clover hallmark showing the metal purity of 18k gold is a
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heavy Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jay Feder 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heavy Bracelet Set with small round brilliant diamonds; total
Category

Early 2000s Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heavy Weight Mesh Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage heavy weight mesh bracelet set in 18k rose gold. The bracelet is composed of a
Category

1990s Scottish Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold and Diamond Large Wide Heavy Choker Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Gold and Diamond Large Wide Heavy Choker Necklace A state-of-the-art necklace made in solid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Cartier Germany Heavy Rope Lariat Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Germany 18k Yellow Gold Heavy Rope Chain Necklace The chain is 45.5 inches long. The total
Category

Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura 18K Yellow Gold Classic Heavy Gold Link Necklace 19" #17051
By Verdura
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Verdura 18K Yellow Gold Classic Heavy Greta Garbo Style Gold Link Necklace 19" From The Verdura
Category

1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Link Textured Bracelet Heavy 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Heavy Vintage Diamond Link Textured Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold The bracelet features 10 textured
Category

20th Century North American Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Heavy Curb Chain Circa 1900
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
era. Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 76.19 grams Measurements: Length 80cm, Width 5.38mm Era
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Wide Band Heavy Engraved Circa 1896
Located in Overland Park, KS
ring is 9.2mm wide and done in heavy 18k yellow gold. The ring is in good wearable condition and has
Category

Antique 1890s Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Bronze 18K Gold Heavy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
One lady's hand made textured & polished, 18K yellow gold and bronze princess, necklace. The
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Heavy Vintage Carved Leaf Diamond Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Heavy Vintage Carved Leaf Diamond Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Wide Heavy Vintage Bracelet features
Category

20th Century North American Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heavy 0.72 Carat Diamonds Fancy Link Bracelet 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Heavy 10mm 0.72 Carat Diamonds Fancy Link Bracelet 18k Gold. The bracelet features 36 round
Category

Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Marchisio Heavy Twisted Rope Multi Strand 18K Gold Necklace
By Marchisio
Located in Miami, FL
and white gold. Showcasing a creative twisted rope design, this attractive heavy gold necklace is
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold MERRIN French Textured Heavy Arrowhead Brooch
By Merrin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Vintage brooch by MERRIN of France. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this beautifully textured piece is
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Dome Ring With Diamonds 11.19 Grams
Located in Media, PA
This is a very heavy gorgeous diamond and 18 karat yellow gold ring. It has many little round
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle Handmade Hammered Heavy 18K 22 Inch Gold Chain
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
. Rich 18K matte-finish gold color.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Heavy Circa 1960 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Abstract Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
Vintage heavy circa 1960 diamond and 18k yellow gold abstract spray ring. Set with round dazzling
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 K White Gold Earstuds Diamonds Yellow Beryl Gubelin Lucerne
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This fabulous earstuds in 18 K white Gold feature 2 vivid yellow oval Beryls weighing 9.96 ct in a
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Steven Battelle Mixed 18K Gold Oxidized Silver Handmade Heavier Chain
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A handmade chain with organic hammered links of alternating 18K yellow gold and dark oxidized
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

$6500 / Italian Damiani Diamond Bypass Ring / 18K Gold Heavy ring
By Damiani
Located in Rancho Mirage, CA
Solid White & Yellow Gold, 18K, stamped and marked round cut Diamond, high quality Size 7.5 (sizable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ridged Dome Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Gold Croissant Ring, Solid Gold Ring, Heavy
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold ridged dome ring. This ring features a dome design with a deep ridge
Category

Vintage 1970s Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy Solid 18k Yellow Gold 9.00ct Diamonds Ribbed Link Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning bracelet is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold with a polished finish and has 7 dome
Category

Vintage 1980s European Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Heavy White and Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with this 18k heavy white and yellow diamond ring. The 5.63 carats of yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mens Diamond Bracelet 18k White Gold, Heavy and Bright
Located in Surfside, FL
diamonds on 18k white gold bracelet. Measures 7.75 inches.
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

White Gold

Pomellato Heavy Link Chain with Diamond Pave Links 18K White Gold
By Pomellato
Located in Dallas, TX
Pomellato Heavy Link Chain with Diamond Pave Links in 18K White Gold. Marked: Pomellato 750 Length
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Heavy 3.50 Carat Diamonds Sphere Rosary 18k Gold Cross Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
7 inches in length and 11mm each bead. This bracelet is made of 18k solid gold and is heavy weighing
Category

Vintage 1980s Brazilian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Heavy Clip on Swirl Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold swirl design earrings by David Webb. Earrings are 33mm x 26mm. Marked: Webb
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy Wide Diamond Ridged Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold heavy wide diamond ridged ring. This solid gold ring features a wide
Category

Vintage 1950s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Heavy 1.30ct Ruby & 0.08ct Diamond Cluster Band RIng
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Details: Metal: 18k Solid Gold Metal Color: White Gold Ruby: Natural, square cut, pinkish red, heat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Italian Link Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Heavy Solid Matte and Polished
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a beautiful vintage Italian link bracelet in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet is
Category

20th Century Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
base. This Christian medallion is crafted in 18 ct gold around the 1960's and hallmarked with a 0,750
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Louis Vuitton Chunky Heavy Link Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Louis Vuitton open link Padlock bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet
Category

Early 2000s Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Heavy Wide David Yurman Stax Chain Link Diamond Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VS2 Clarity 0.21 Carats. Size- 7. 14 Grams Authentic David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Heavy Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy Large White Baroque Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Bow Ribbon Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
of 18k yellow gold. Baroque pearls are known for their irregular, non-spherical shapes, which give
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K French heavy signet ring - Intaglio ring - Patina solid gold gentleman ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful large sized signet ring. This 18 K handmade oval stunner is a real sign
Category

Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970's Modernist Heavy Solid 18K Gold and Wood Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
High quality, estate 18K gold and wood signet ring. Classic design, possibly by one of the great
Category

20th Century Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

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Heavy 18k Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of heavy 18k gold for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 298 vintage editions and 63 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of heavy 18k gold among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of heavy 18k gold over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Pomellato and David Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at an object in our assortment of heavy 18k gold featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of heavy 18k gold, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Heavy 18k Gold?

Prices for a piece of heavy 18k gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $708 and can go as high as $92,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,995.
Questions About Heavy 18k Gold
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Real gold chains are supposed to be heavy. Pure gold is heavy due to its high density. If you are unsure about the gold content in your piece, you can take it to be appraised. You can also shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Whether 18-karat gold is valuable depends on a variety of factors. The price of gold per gram fluctuates with the market for gold. If the gold in question refers to a piece of jewelry, factors under consideration would include the style of the piece, if the accessory features any gemstones and what the gems are, where it was made, its condtion and more. A certified appraiser can evaluate 18-karat gold jewelry to determine its value. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of 18-karat gold jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether 14-karat or 18-karat white gold is better for a wedding band depends largely on your preferences. If you like the look of white gold with a warmer tone, you may wish to opt for 18-karat gold because it often appears yellower due to its higher gold content. On the other hand, 14-karat white gold wedding bands tend to be durable, making them a good option for people most concerned with keeping their rings scratch-free. Find an assortment of white gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.