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Is 14-karat gold real?

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Is 14-karat gold real?
Yes, 14-karat gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. Instead, 14-karat gold is an alloy made from 58.3% gold and 41.7% other metals. Durable and resistant to fading, 14-karat gold is a popular choice for producing jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of gold jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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South Sea Pearl and Ethiopian Crystal Opal in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Naples, NY
Luxurious South Sea Pearl Earrings (15mm) with Ethiopian Crystal Opal (3.5mm-4.5mm). Magnificent and wonderful earrings that are worth a look! Total length 2 inches. Earwires: 10m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Opal, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Earrings Maxi Mini" 18kt Gold - In Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Earrings Maxi Mini" were designed by Betony Vernon in 2004. They are a timeless classic of BV Jewelry. They are appreciated for their symbolic as well as their empowering...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rope Motif Dome Earrings 18k Yellow Gold - Italy
Located in Orlando, FL
Metal: 18k yellow gold domes with 18k white gold omega backs Weight: 12.5 grams Diameter: approx. 18.5 mm Height / Dome Rise: approx. 10.2 mm Style: Rope-motif, hand-finished texture...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Diamond Cut .50 Carat Red Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful! Each earring has.25 carats of diamond cut pinkish red sapphires. They are set in a beautiful 24k White Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver setting. ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, 1950s Cat and Glass Fish Bowl Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Pendant 9ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark ECB * The chain is sold separately. Introducing a delightful novelty pendant crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a playful cat...
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Mid-20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 15 Carat Teal Green Tourmaline in Diamond Crown Setting R Gold Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. The stone is a Teal Green Tourmaline and is 15.10 carats. The stone is a fancy oval cut stone and measures 18 x 15 mm and is set in a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

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