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How can you tell if a 14K gold necklace is real?

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How can you tell if a 14K gold necklace is real?
To tell if a 14K gold necklace is real, place a magnet on it. If you notice a strong attraction, the piece is unlikely to be genuine 14-karat gold because the gold alloy is not magnetic. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can also help you assess whether your piece is real gold. Find a wide variety of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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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

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Cut Shimmering Wavy Chain 17.5" - Maker's Mark
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. It has 2 rows of entwined wavy chains that just shimmer. Each chain is cut a b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Large Diamond Cut Shimmering Custom Chain With 6 mm Drops Italy
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The drops that are custom forged just shimmer. It was hard to capture the beaut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold .30 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Dolphin Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very different type of dolphin pendant. It's very unique in that it has .30 carats of marquise cut sapphire stones and the rest of the pendant is filled with brilliant cut...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Russian 14K Gold Pearl and Emerald Egg Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the captivating allure of this vintage Russian 14K gold egg-shaped pendant, a miniature masterpiece that embodies the rich heritage of Imperial Russian craftsmanship. This...
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20th Century Russian Russian Revival Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Blue Topaz pendant, 14k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet and pretty vintage Blue Topaz pendant. This cute little pendant looks perfect hung from a fine link chain for understated elegance ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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