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What markings are on real gold?

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What markings are on real gold?
Many different markings can appear on real gold. Makers sometimes stamp pieces with karats, using markings like 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K and 24K. Alternatively, they may use a three-digit number that corresponds to the percentage of pure gold in the piece. Examples of these markings include “375” for 9-karat gold, “585” for 14-karat gold, “750” for 18-karat gold, “916” for 22-karat gold and “999” for 24-karat gold. Shop a wide range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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Ethiopian Crystal Yellow Opal and Tourmaline in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Naples, NY
Luxurious and opulent natural Ethiopian Crystal Yellow Opal (4mm-5mm) earrings with Tourmaline beads. 4k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Earrings. The diamonds have an average G co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

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Crystal, Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Square Cut Cabochon Blue-Green Opal 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco diamond, square cut cabochon blue-green opal and 18K white and yellow gold pendant Early 20th Ccentury Exquisite, elegant Art Deco period diamond, blue-green opal 18K w...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

White South Sea Cultured Baroque Pearl, Blue Sapphire Earrings in 18K Solid Gold
Located in Naples, NY
Luxurious White South Sea Cultured Off-Round Baroque Pearl (15.5mm-15.7mm) Mirror-like Luster. Elegant and everyday wear earrings. Large Baroque Pearls are rare and make this pair of...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Italy 14k Yellow & White Gold Link Necklace 16.5" Long 6 mm Wide 14.36 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very beautiful chain. It is very well made. It is 16.5" long and 6 mm wide and made in Italy. It is stamped as such. The weight in grams is 14.36. It is pre-owned, wel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold 7.23CT Natural Opal 0.4CT Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, NY
Oh my! This necklace is gorgeous! Spectacular 14k solid yellow gold pendant featuring a 7.23 carat gem-quality opal in a classy pear shape. The pendant also has a 0.4-carat fine d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow & White Gold 2 Carat Diamon Flame Omega Earrings 13.60 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a fabulous pair of earrings. This is in the same style as Jean Schlumberger's for Tiffany design. The design gives the illusion of a flame shooting from the diamonds. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

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