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What is the difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing?

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What is the difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing?
The difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing is in the materials used by artisans. Goldsmithing is the process of shaping the precious metal gold into items, and most goldsmiths specialize in crafting jewelry. On the other hand, silversmithing involves making jewelry, tableware and other items out of the precious metal silver. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold and silver jewelry and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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New 8.05 Carat Neon Blue Paraiba Tourmaline & White Sapphire Y Gold Pl Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is from Africa. It is a beautiful cut round stone and is 8.05 cts. It is a very high quality stone. It measures 12.8 mm and and is flanked by 3 gr...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Paraiba, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold

14k Gold 1.5 mm Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace On 18" 14k Italian Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very pretty necklace. It's dainty and delicate. One you can wear for any occasion or every day. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

ICA 18K Gold Oval 1.62ct F1 Emerald & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Unique two-tone gold deco design ring with rare minor clarity enhanced oval emerald at the center and surrounded by 6 high grade and decent size bright diamonds. Product Details: ...
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20th Century Thai Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6.5 Weight: 10.80 grams Band Width: 8mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .44 H...
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite Edwardian ring, masterfully crafted in 18ct gold and platinum. The centrepiece is a st...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

New 1.67 Carat Peridot & Diamond cut White Sapphire Yellow Gold PL Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is so gorgeous! The photos just don't do it justice. The ring has a 1.67 carat marquise stone that measures 12.6 x 6.6. It is surrounded by diamond cut white sapphires a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

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