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How can you tell if a watch is real gold?

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How can you tell if a watch is real gold?
To tell if a watch is real gold, first examine the back of its case. Some makers add metal purity hallmarks, such as “18K” or “750,” to their gold watches, while others use unique codes or style numbers to provide information about their materials. By researching the markings on your watch using trusted online resources, you can often determine what metals it features. If you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can help you. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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1970s Piaget Rectangular Tank Hand Wound 929 18K Roman Numbers Wrist Watch
Located in London, GB
18K Gold Piaget Wrist Watch, sapphire crystal face, 18K gold case, Roman numbers, crocodile leather with 18k gold strap, 4 sapphire inside mechanism. Condition: 1970s, vintage, ver...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Pequignet French gold-plated Black quartz wristwatch, vintage
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Elegant and timeless French watch from the prestigious fine watchmaking house Pequignet Pequignet - Gold-Plated Quartz Watch - CASE: Good condition, glass in very good condition. - B...
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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Ladies Rolex Vintage Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies Vintage Rolex Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch, circa 1960s. The Ladies Vintage Rolex Wristwatch with diamond accents was made in the 1960s. This dress style ladies watch ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Retro Pink Gold Citrine Ruby Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s Retro Pink Gold Citrine Ruby Diamond Wristwatch. This lovely Retro 14k pink gold Citrine, Ruby and Diamond wristwatch was made in the 1940s. It houses a Geneve 17jewel manual...
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Vintage 1940s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Omega Constellation 18ct & Stainless Steel Watch Ref: 585006380
Located in London, GB
Iconic and instantly recognizable, the Omega Constellation blends Swiss precision with timeless style. This unisex model features a sophisticated two-tone design, combining 18ct yel...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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