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Is 18-karat gold okay for everyday wear?
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Yes, 18-karat gold is generally okay to wear every day because the alloy can resist light wear and tear. However, you should take your jewelry off before exercising, playing sports, handling chemicals or doing other activities that could damage it. On 1stDibs, shop a range of gold jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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Antique Old European Cut Diamonds .80ctw 6.37 Grams 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Antique 18K Gold Cross Pendant with Old European Cut Diamonds – .80ctw – Estate
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
eagle hallmark indicating a minimum fineness of 18 karat gold, est. 1838. The pendant comes without the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Antique 18th Century Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 18th century triple pendant crafted in rose gold with touches of silver. A
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold
ROBERT GOOSSENS for CHANEL amethyst and 18k gold cross pendant
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 18k gold and amethyst cross from Robert Goossens for Chanel dating to the late 1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18k Gold Cross Pendant. The pendant measures 2”x1” and weights
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.75 Carat Topaz Gemstones 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.75 Carat Topaz Gemstones 18k Gold Cross Pendant. The pendant measures 1.5”x1” and weights
Category
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Topaz, 18k Gold