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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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1930s Benrus 14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Skyscraper Wristwatch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Elegant late Art Deco Benrus wristwatch crafted in solid 14K white gold with striking stepped diamond-set shoulders inspired by classic skyscraper architecture. Powered by a high-gra...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Daytona by Artisans De Genève “Spike Lee” Limited Edition
Located in Milano, IT
In 2021, Artisans de Genève collaborated with film director Spike Lee to create a personal, handcrafted interpretation of the Rolex Daytona, named “...
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona ‘Rubens Barrichello’ 18K Rose Gold Artisans De Geneve
Located in Milano, IT
Artisans de Genève is a renowned independent watchmaking atelier based in Geneva, Switzerland, celebrated for its bespoke customisation and restorat...
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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle 2698 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch #24202
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ladies Watch Model: 2698 Serial: 703848MX This classic Cartier Santos Demoiselle watch is set in stainless steel. Off-White Dial with black roman numeral...
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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Poiray 2023 Montre Ma Premiere Mini Acier Stainless Steel New Strap Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Poiray Ma Première Mini watch in steel, quartz movement, gadrooned steel case back, nude patent leather strap (Summer 2023 collection) with steel pin buckle. Diameter 1.8 cm, total w...
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

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