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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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18K Black Rhodium Gold 12.2mm White South Sea Pearl & 0.35 Blue Sapphire Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Marvelous artwork. The South Sea Pearl is white and perfectly round with little blemishes present and the cluster of blue sapphire is made up of top color which shines brightly. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Suffragette Pendant Amethyst, Peridot & Seed Pearls
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this exquisite 15-carat yellow gold antique pendant from the Edwar...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Filigree Necklace by AE Luxury Jewelers - 20.7 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! It is so beautifully made. The chain is just beautifully diamond cut and just glistens. It just caresses your neck when you put it on. The necklace is...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s English Setter Enamel Dog Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1920s This exquisite 1920s brooch features a beautifully hand-painted enamel depiction of an English Setter, set elegantly ...
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Early 20th Century English Brooches

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18ct Yellow & White Gold Art Nouveau Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested Circa 1910-1920 This exquisite 18ct two-tone gold Art Nouveau ring beautifully captures the essence of the era with its elega...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 18ct Gold Art Deco Plaque Ring, a true statement piece for any jewellery lover. This fabulous ring s...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

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