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Is 18K gold good for watches?

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Is 18K gold good for watches?
Many watch lovers believe that 18K gold is good for watches. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The amount of gold makes the color of the alloy, whether it's white, yellow or rose, rich and visually appealing. At the same time, the addition of alloy metals increases the strength of the gold material. Explore a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
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Hermes gold 1997 H HEURE MEDIUM 30MM Watch Gold Epsom
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Heure H watch (Medium model, 30 mm) is crafted in yellow gold–plated steel with a cream sunburst dial. It features a sleek square case (lug-to-lug 30 mm, w...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Art Deco Platinum 3.50Ct Diamond Watch VS-F 18-Jewel Manual Wind
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This exquisite Art Deco watch features a total of 3.50 carats of pavé-set, European-cut diamonds of VS clarity and F-G color, meticulously set across the bracelet and case. Crafted i...
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Antique 19th Century English Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Vivienne Westwood Vintage Rococo Watch Pink Strap
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Vivienne Westwood Rococo watch. Worn a handful of times and comes with case, box and leaflet. Has golden filigree case, orb inlay mother of pearl face and rose pink leather ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rococo Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona White Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch 116520
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Daytona White Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch 116520. Rolex Daytona White Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch Model #116520. This watch is in very good condition. It's an automa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Marina J. Emerald Encrusted Vintage Watch with Woven Pearls and 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous reworking of antique jewelry by Marina J. This One of A Kind piece features a Vintage solid 14k White Gold working Bulova watch, stamped 14k on its back. The manual dial wat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches

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Pearl, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage IWC 18k Gold Diamond & Onyx Cushion Case Automatic Watch 36mm - 3278
By IWC
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage IWC 18k Yellow Gold Watch with Onyx Inlay & Diamond Bezel – 36mm A striking and uncommon design from International Watch Co. (IWC), this vintage men’s dress watch features a...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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