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What is the difference between a goldsmith and a jeweler?
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The difference between a goldsmith and a jeweler comes down to each type of artisan. Goldsmiths work exclusively with gold, producing jewelry out of the precious metal. Jewelers also craft jewelry, but they may use a variety of metals, including gold, silver, platinum and titanium. Some people also use the term jeweler to describe people who sell jewelry, even if they don't craft the pieces they sell themselves. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Buccellati 1970's 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Leaf Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Earrings are designed as highly rendered yellow gold leaves
Engraved with Segrinato texture and centering white gold vein
Completed by posts and hinged omega backs
With Italian assay...
Category
Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Men’s Diamond Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1950s mens diamond two-tone gold solitaire ring.
The 1950s solitaire diamond two-tone gold mens ring is an iconic piece of jewelry from this period...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Marina J Cultured White Pearl and Amethyst Drop Earrings with 14 K Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These white oval cultured pearl and amethyst drop earrings with 14 k yellow gold wiring and hook have a graceful look to them. At 1.8 inches long the earring classically frame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301349
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Date 2014
RRP £6,200 Incl. Taxes / €7,300 Incl. Taxes / $6,800 Excl. Taxes
Model VCARA36300
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Go...
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
A Platinum Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with arabic numbers, a fixed platinum bezel set with approximately 16 round cut diamonds, approximately 8 squar...
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Coiled Snake Band Ring with Garnet and Ruby Eyes
Located in Braintree, GB
An exquisite antique coiled snake ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, symbolising eternity, transformation, and protection. The snake's head is adorned with a faceted oval garnet, weigh...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Fashion Rings
Materials
Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold