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Rose Quartz, Diamond, Pink Tourmaline & Pink Spinel SHELL PENDANT with 14k Gold
Rose Quartz, Diamond, Pink Tourmaline & Pink Spinel SHELL PENDANT with 14k Gold

Rose Quartz, Diamond, Pink Tourmaline & Pink Spinel SHELL PENDANT with 14k Gold

By Jen Proudman Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Rose Quartz Shell Pendant Rose Quartz, Diamond, Pink Tourmaline, Pink Spinel, 14k Gold The carved

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Spinel, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Egg Shell Blue Enamel Sunburst
Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Egg Shell Blue Enamel Sunburst

Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Egg Shell Blue Enamel Sunburst

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed Moon & Sun celestial diamond pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold. Diamonds total

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings

By Maz

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings. The turbo shell set with 8 small round

Category

Late 20th Century North American Clip-on Earrings

Victorian Gold Cameo Shell Brooch
Victorian Gold Cameo Shell Brooch

Victorian Gold Cameo Shell Brooch

Located in Napoli, NA

adorned with a 0.20 carat old cut diamond surrounded by an elaborately engraved 14k gold frame. CONDITION

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Sea Shell Necklace, Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain
Sea Shell Necklace, Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain

Sea Shell Necklace, Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain

By Jen Proudman Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Sea Shell Necklace Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain The carved Black Onyx

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

MAZ Shell Citrine Gold Earrings
MAZ Shell Citrine Gold Earrings

MAZ Shell Citrine Gold Earrings

By Maz

Located in Darnestown, MD

Playful shell earrings centered with citrines. The coil of each shell terminates in a different

Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Gold Earrings
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Gold Earrings

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Gold Earrings

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Small Victorian carved shell cameos featuring a portrait of a woman mounted in a raised gold bezel

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Pendant
Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Pendant

Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Pendant

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for the lover of flowers! Oval 14 karat yellow gold pendant with a floral motif, on an 18

Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Maz Shell Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Maz Shell Yellow Gold Ear Clips

Maz Shell Yellow Gold Ear Clips

By Maz

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1990s Classic Shell and 14K Yellow Gold ear Clips by Maz. Measuring 1 inch in length.

Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise
Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise

Trianon Shell Gold Brooch with Turquoise

By Trianon

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking shell brooch by Trianon, made of 14k gold, features cabochon turquoise. Designed as a

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Conch Shell Pendant Charm
Yellow Gold Conch Shell Pendant Charm

Yellow Gold Conch Shell Pendant Charm

Located in Coral Gables, FL

14 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm With Textured Finish. Finished Weight Is 9.0 Grams. 1.25

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Necklace Enhancers

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

MAZ Gold and Genuine Shell Earrings
MAZ Gold and Genuine Shell Earrings

MAZ Gold and Genuine Shell Earrings

By Maz

Located in Darnestown, MD

Charming and playful gold shell earrings from which four actual shells are suspended. The gold

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Seaman Schepps Ruby Gold Shell Earrings
Seaman Schepps Ruby Gold Shell Earrings

Seaman Schepps Ruby Gold Shell Earrings

By Seaman Schepps

Located in Miami, FL

gold purity 14k stamped on clip-backs. These earrings are designed for pierced and non-pierced ears

Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

MAZ Shell Earrings with Gold Rope
MAZ Shell Earrings with Gold Rope

MAZ Shell Earrings with Gold Rope

By Maz

Located in Bethesda, MD

Natural shell clip-on earring • Designer: MAZ • Metal: 14 karat gold • Circa: 21st Century • Size

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Maz Turquoise Gold Studded Shell Earrings
Maz Turquoise Gold Studded Shell Earrings

Maz Turquoise Gold Studded Shell Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A new twist. Shell Earrings set in 14t Yellow Gold and bezel set with Cabochon Turquoise Stones

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Gold 5 conch shell Cameo Bracelet
1940s Gold 5 conch shell Cameo Bracelet

1940s Gold 5 conch shell Cameo Bracelet

Located in Stamford, CT

with a different woman's profile. 5 hand carved conch shell cameos 14k Yellow Gold Stamped: 14k

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Shell Cameo Portrait Gold Brooch Pendant
Antique Shell Cameo Portrait Gold Brooch Pendant

Antique Shell Cameo Portrait Gold Brooch Pendant

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Victorian shell cameo Roman woman portrait hand carved & mounted into a 14k gold brooch pendant

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Rose Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch
Rolex Rose Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch

Rolex Rose Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Shell Case Diameter: 34mm Bezel: 14k Rose Gold smooth bezel Dial: Black dial with rasied Yellow Gold

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Yellow Gold High Quality Lapis Lazuli Shell Shaped Omega Back Earring
14k Yellow Gold High Quality Lapis Lazuli Shell Shaped Omega Back Earring

14k Yellow Gold High Quality Lapis Lazuli Shell Shaped Omega Back Earring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Color - 18.14 x 18.0mm(approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.01 Grams Backing: Omega Back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

1960s Abstract Shell-Shaped Gold Link Bracelet
1960s Abstract Shell-Shaped Gold Link Bracelet

1960s Abstract Shell-Shaped Gold Link Bracelet

Located in South Pasadena, CA

1960's Abstract Shell-Shaped Gold Link Bracelet The design comprises a whimsical arrangement of

Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Coral, Onyx, And Shell Slide Cameo Bracelet Set In 14K Yellow Gold
Coral, Onyx, And Shell Slide Cameo Bracelet Set In 14K Yellow Gold

Coral, Onyx, And Shell Slide Cameo Bracelet Set In 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Sewickley, PA

Crafted in rich 14k yellow gold, this vintage slide bracelet showcases a charming collection of

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s 14KT Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Earrings
Vintage 1970s 14KT Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Earrings

Vintage 1970s 14KT Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Elegant 1970 14K Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Earrings. This exquisite pair of earrings is crafted in

Category

Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Shell Cameo Smoky Quartz Gold Cocktail Ring
Shell Cameo Smoky Quartz Gold Cocktail Ring

Shell Cameo Smoky Quartz Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

A 14 karat rose gold, shell cameo and smoky quartz ring. Set with a carved shell cameo of a crown

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Gold Shell Cameo Pin Pendant on Chain
Gold Shell Cameo Pin Pendant on Chain

Gold Shell Cameo Pin Pendant on Chain

Located in Dallas, TX

A lovely carved cameo portrait of two women in profile set in a simple gold frame and surrounded

Category

Vintage 1940s More Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seaman Schepps Gold Rock Crystal Shell Earrings
Seaman Schepps Gold Rock Crystal Shell Earrings

Seaman Schepps Gold Rock Crystal Shell Earrings

By Patricia Schepps Vaill for Seaman Schepps

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Shell form earrings, composed of carved rock crystal wrapped in rope-twist 14k yellow gold frame

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold

Beautiful Carved Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Ring
Beautiful Carved Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Ring

Beautiful Carved Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Dallas, TX

6.3 grams. The carving is very beautiful with intricate gold beading around the outside. This ring is

Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Opal Shell with Diamond and Leaf with Blue Sapphires on 14K Gold Rolo Chain
Blue Opal Shell with Diamond and Leaf with Blue Sapphires on 14K Gold Rolo Chain

Blue Opal Shell with Diamond and Leaf with Blue Sapphires on 14K Gold Rolo Chain

By Jen Proudman Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Blue Opal Necklace Blue Opal, Diamond, Blue Sapphires & 14k Gold This is a one-of-a-kind necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mussel shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat

Category

20th Century American Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oyster Shell Charm Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oyster Shell Charm Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oyster Shell Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oyster shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat

Category

20th Century American Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Shell Pendant with Diamonds and Diamond Bail with 14k White Gold
Black Onyx Shell Pendant with Diamonds and Diamond Bail with 14k White Gold

Black Onyx Shell Pendant with Diamonds and Diamond Bail with 14k White Gold

By Jen Proudman Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Sea Shell Pendant Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold Carved black onyx shell (1” diameter) with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Pendant

Located in Dallas, TX

Different and unusual shaped cameo! Pendant is in 14 karat yellow gold and measures approximately

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Angelskin Coral Gold Carved Cameo Shell Necklace
Angelskin Coral Gold Carved Cameo Shell Necklace

Angelskin Coral Gold Carved Cameo Shell Necklace

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

set in an intricate 14k gold setting - which additionally, can also be worn as a brooch. The perfect

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Verdura Midcentury Gold and Shell Turtle Clip Brooch
Verdura Midcentury Gold and Shell Turtle Clip Brooch

Verdura Midcentury Gold and Shell Turtle Clip Brooch

By Verdura

Located in New York, NY

A mid-century engraved gold and cowrie shell brooch in the form of a turtle with ruby eyes, in 14k

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Natural Shell Cameo Diamond Yellow Gold Estate Pin
Natural Shell Cameo Diamond Yellow Gold Estate Pin

Natural Shell Cameo Diamond Yellow Gold Estate Pin

Located in Miami, FL

Cameo Diamond Yellow Gold Estate Pin 14kt Yellow gold Cameo: Natural Shell  35mm x 27mm  1 diamond est

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Italian Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings in Yellow Gold
Italian Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings in Yellow Gold

Italian Shell Cameo Dangle Earrings in Yellow Gold

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

bezel set in precious 14k yellow gold and finished with an intricate rope frame. Hand crafted by our

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Maz Large Gold Gemstone and Turbo Shell Earrings
Maz Large Gold Gemstone and Turbo Shell Earrings

Maz Large Gold Gemstone and Turbo Shell Earrings

By Maz

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2000 Maz Turbo Shell Earrings, measuring 1 1/4 inches in length X 7/8 inch wide, 14K Yellow

Category

Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell and Turquoise Gold Earrings
Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell and Turquoise Gold Earrings

Seaman Schepps Turbo Shell and Turquoise Gold Earrings

By Seaman Schepps

Located in Bethesda, MD

From Seaman Scheps, a pair of 14 karat yellow gold, turbo shell and coral earrings. . Each set

Category

Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Fluted Malachite Shell 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Fluted Malachite Shell 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

Fluted Malachite Shell 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Torrance, CA

Charming vintage cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Fluted

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Malachite, 14k Gold

Rose Gold Shell in Jade and Sapphires Cufflinks
Rose Gold Shell in Jade and Sapphires Cufflinks

Rose Gold Shell in Jade and Sapphires Cufflinks

By AVGVSTA

Located in Milano, IT

face is a shell, boasting its natural pattern in neutral colors and adorned at the top with a sapphire

Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco White Gold and Cameo Shell Brooch 1920s
Art Deco White Gold and Cameo Shell Brooch 1920s

Art Deco White Gold and Cameo Shell Brooch 1920s

Located in Towson, MD

Discover the timeless elegance of this 1920s art deco 14 karat white gold brooch, featuring a

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Two Tone Gold Pearl Carved Shell Cameo Set
Antique Two Tone Gold Pearl Carved Shell Cameo Set

Antique Two Tone Gold Pearl Carved Shell Cameo Set

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A nice carved shell cameo pendant and earrings that can be worn as a set or separate. Made of 14k

Category

Antique Early 1900s More Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

White and Brown Topaz Gold Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring
White and Brown Topaz Gold Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring

White and Brown Topaz Gold Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

A 14 karat rose gold, shell cameo, white and brown topaz ring. Set with a carved shell cameo of a

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Krementz & Co. Abalone Shell Gold Platinum Dress Set
Krementz & Co. Abalone Shell Gold Platinum Dress Set

Krementz & Co. Abalone Shell Gold Platinum Dress Set

By Krementz & Co

Located in New York, NY

An American Art Deco 14 karat gold and white metal dress set with abalone shell by Krementz & Co

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold

Large MAZ 14kt Yellow Gold and Citrine Shell Earrings
Large MAZ 14kt Yellow Gold and Citrine Shell Earrings

Large MAZ 14kt Yellow Gold and Citrine Shell Earrings

By Maz

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Citrine Earrings. The turbo shell set with 7 small cabochon

Category

20th Century American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Shell Cameo Bracelet Set In 14ct Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Cameo Bracelet Set In 14ct Yellow Gold

Vintage Shell Cameo Bracelet Set In 14ct Yellow Gold

Located in London, GB

This beautiful 14ct vintage cameo bracelet features cameos set in rich yellow gold. The intricate

Category

2010s Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold, Turbo Shell and Coral Earrings
Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold, Turbo Shell and Coral Earrings

Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold, Turbo Shell and Coral Earrings

By Patricia Schepps Vaill for Seaman Schepps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 14 karat yellow gold, turbo shell and coral earrings. Patricia Schepps Vaill of Seaman

Category

Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings, Victorian 1900s
Etruscan Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings, Victorian 1900s

Etruscan Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings, Victorian 1900s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, they are a great addition to your jewelry collection. Made of 18 and 14 karat (tested) yellow gold and

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

1900s Antique Victorian Carved Shell and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
1900s Antique Victorian Carved Shell and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

1900s Antique Victorian Carved Shell and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive Victorian 14 karat yellow gold, carved shell cameo brooch; part of our

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain
5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain

5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain

Located in Stamford, CT

14k yellow gold graduated 5 Cameo necklace. The center Cameo and the 2 end Cameo's are from shells

Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Remington 14 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Gauge Shotgun Shell Cufflinks
Remington 14 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Gauge Shotgun Shell Cufflinks

Remington 14 Karat Yellow Gold 12 Gauge Shotgun Shell Cufflinks

Located in Birmingham, AL

in 14k yellow Gold, measure 7/8 of an inch in diameter and weigh 18.4 grams. They are made in the

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Shell Lady Cameo Stud Earrings
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Shell Lady Cameo Stud Earrings

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Shell Lady Cameo Stud Earrings

Located in McLeansville, NC

A pair of 14 karat yellow gold and shell lady cameo stud earrings. These earrings feature bezel set

Category

Vintage 1970s Stud Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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14k Gold Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 14k gold shell you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 286 vintage or 78 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect 14k gold shell may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 14k gold shell from Maz, Seaman Schepps and AVGVSTA — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 14k gold shell can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 40 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and mixed cut alternatives. Finding a 14k gold shell for sale for women should be easy, but there are 107 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 14k Gold Shell?

On average, a 14k gold shell at 1stDibs sells for $1,659, while they’re typically $90 on the low end and $18,399 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About 14k Gold Shell
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The term 14K gold, or 14-karat gold, refers to a type of gold alloy. The term alloy means a metal made of two or more base metals. In the case of 14-karat gold, 58.5% of the content is pure gold, and the remaining 41.5% is alloy metal. Due to the strength of the metal, many jewelry makers use 14-karat gold in their pieces. Find a wide variety of 14-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between 14K gold and 14K Italian gold is the place of production. Both types of jewelry feature 14-karat gold, an alloy that is 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy metals. However, Italian gold pieces come specifically from artisans, workshops and factories located in Italy. You can find 14-karat gold made in many other countries. Shop a diverse assortment of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a 14 karat gold chain is real gold and made of 14 parts gold and ten parts other metals. A 14 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. Browse a range of 14 karat gold jewelry, including chains, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 14-karat gold earrings can be good. One of the biggest benefits of 14-karat gold is that the base metal content provides added strength, helping earrings resist scratching and damage. The downside to 14-karat gold is that its color often isn't as rich as purer alloys like 18- and 22-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 14k gold can be good for earrings. The precious metal is rich in color, making it an appealing choice for jewelry. It is also durable and reasonably priced compared to 18-karat gold. The biggest downside to 14-karat gold earrings is that they contain a larger percentage of base metals than 18-karat and may be more likely to cause sensitivity reactions in some people as a result. Explore a large selection of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The value of a 14K gold bracelet is going to depend on condition and other factors. Because gold is traded on the stock market, its value fluctuates. 14K gold is a gold alloy that contains more than 58% pure gold. That said, 14K gold is worth 58.5% of the price of whatever 100% pure gold may be worth on a given day. Find a range of 14K gold jewelry today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A 14-karat gold-filled watch is a watch made primarily out of base metals and then finished with a thin layer of gold. The term 14-karat refers to a gold alloy that is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% other metals. Compared to solid gold watches, gold-filled timepieces are typically more accessibly priced. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 14k solid gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. The term 14-karat describes gold, which is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy metal. Adding alloy metal helps to make the gold more resistant to wear and tear. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of 14k gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, 14K gold is okay for earrings. In fact, many people opt for earrings crafted out of 14-karat gold. This type of gold is 53.8% pure gold and 41.7% alloy. The high content of base metals makes 14-karat gold strong enough to resist scratches, so earrings made from the precious metal can hold up to the effects of daily wear. Shop a diverse assortment of 14-karat gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, 14K MEX may be real gold. The MEX marking indicates that the piece comes from a factory or workshop in Mexico, while the 14K hallmark means that it is 14-karat gold, an alloy of 58.5% pure gold and 41.4% base metal. However, counterfeiters do sometimes place fraudulent hallmarks on jewelry made of less expensive materials. If you suspect your jewelry may not be genuine, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate it for you. Shop a wide variety of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between 14k and 18k rose gold metal is that the 14k rose gold is less pure than 18k. 14k rose gold has a deeper pink color because of greater amounts of copper, whereas 18k rose gold has 75% gold and appears yellow. 14k rose gold is increasingly popular due to its brighter pink hue and resistance to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rose gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    14K or 14-karat gold is produced using 58.3% pure gold with a 41.7% mix of various metals such as zinc, nickel or silver. It has only 14 parts of 24 that are real gold, which makes it more affordable. Find a collection of 14K gold chains, pendants, necklaces and much more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of a 14k gold chain is dependent on its weight, craftsmanship, brand name, condition and the market value of gold. The gold price per gram fluctuates but it was approximately $61 in early 2021. On 1stDibs, you can purchase a 14k gold chain at a variety of price points.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much a 14k gold necklace should cost will depend on its value on the precious metals market, as it changes every day. The average cost of 14k gold should be around $31 according to the market for gold. A 14k gold necklace’s value will depend on craftsmanship, origin, condition and other factors that include the market price. Find antique and vintage gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a 14K gold necklace is real, place a magnet on it. If you notice a strong attraction, the piece is unlikely to be genuine 14-karat gold because the gold alloy is not magnetic. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can also help you assess whether your piece is real gold. Find a wide variety of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Cartier is known for only using 18k gold in their products, as well as platinum. Their attention to quality in materials and workmanship have contributed to their reputation for luxury. Shop an array of authentic gold and platinum Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    How much your 14-karat gold chain is worth depends on a variety of factors. In terms of value as scrap metal alone, the length and thickness of the chain will affect how much gold it contains, contributing to its value. Some chains may be worth more due to their maker, style, type, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can give you an idea of how much a particular chain may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of 14-karat gold chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, your 14K gold necklace may be worth something. Because it contains some pure gold, your necklace can likely be sold for scrap metal. How much you can expect to receive for it will depend on its weight and the current market conditions. Your necklace could potentially have value beyond the going price for 14-karat gold, depending on its age, style, maker, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can give you an idea of how much your piece may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a 14K gold chain is real, hold a magnet up to it. Real gold isn't magnetic, so if the magnet sticks, the necklace is unlikely to be real 14-karat gold. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of gold chains.