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How can you tell if antique jewelry is real gold?

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How can you tell if antique jewelry is real gold?
To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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New 8.05 Carat Neon Blue Paraiba Tourmaline & White Sapphire Y Gold Pl Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is from Africa. It is a beautiful cut round stone and is 8.05 cts. It is a very high quality stone. It measures 12.8 mm and and is flanked by 3 gr...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

ICA 18K Gold Oval 1.62ct F1 Emerald & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Unique two-tone gold deco design ring with rare minor clarity enhanced oval emerald at the center and surrounded by 6 high grade and decent size bright diamonds. Product Details: ...
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20th Century Thai Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6.5 Weight: 10.80 grams Band Width: 8mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .44 H...
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

New 1.67 Carat Peridot & Diamond cut White Sapphire Yellow Gold PL Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is so gorgeous! The photos just don't do it justice. The ring has a 1.67 carat marquise stone that measures 12.6 x 6.6. It is surrounded by diamond cut white sapphires a...
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

New 3.07 Carat Marquise & Baguette Topaz & Diamond cut Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is so gorgeous! The photos just don't do it justice. The ring has a .47 carat Blue Topaz marquise stone that measures 8 x 4. It is surrounded by diamond cut white sapphi...
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

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