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Is 12K gold real?
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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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Seed Pearl Ring With Engraved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Garnet & Pearl Ring
15ct Gold
Circa 1880
A radiant example of late Victorian sentimentality, this 15ct yellow gold ring features a captivating arrangement of de...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
New 9.7 Carat Green Tourmaline & Diamond Cut Sapphire R Gold PL Sterling Necklac
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. The stone is a pear cut Teal Green Tourmaline and is 9.70 carats. It measures 14 x 10 mm. It is surrounded by diamond cut white sapph...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
$408 Sale Price
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Antique 14K Vienna Austro-Hungarian Old European Cut Diamond Dormeuse Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating to the turn of the 20th century, these antique Austro-Hungarian earrings showcase a dazzling duo of old European-cut diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.80 carats, crowned...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Drop Earrings
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Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Textured Chunky Link Bracelet 31.70 grams
By Lev
Located in Eagan, MN
This bracelet is just magnificent! It has a bark like texture and the craftmanship is just superb. The bracelet is 6.5 inches long and it is .95 inches wide. It is held together b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Link Bracelets
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,200 Sale Price
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18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Star Set 3 Stone Ring Hallmarked Chester 1904
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring
18ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Chester 1904
Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold Edwardian ring, a stunning example of early 20th-century craftsmansh...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Rectangular Shaped 3 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring
18ct White Gold
Circa 1980s
Step back in time and embrace the elegance of the 1980s with this exquisite cocktail ring. Crafted from high-quality 18ct white ...
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Late 20th Century European Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
