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18k Fox Pin

Fox Brooch Pin 18k Yellow Gold Italy Diamond Eyes Enamel Head 2" Long Heavy 19.6
Located in Northbrook, IL
18K Italy Gold Fox Brooch with Diamond Accents, 19.6g. Presenting a stunning fox brooch crafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Late Victorian Gold Dress Pin with Sculpted Fox Terrier
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian “ Animalier “ 18kt gold dress pin decorated with a fox terrier full figure, overall
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Fox Gold Bar Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Edwardian Bar Pin centered by a Fox and a Circle set with Rubies 0.15tcw and Diamonds
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian fine fox head stick pin with glass frame back and ruby cabochon eyes
Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB
18ct yellow gold Victorian fox head pin with cabochon ruby eyes.
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Fox Head 15ct Yellow Gold Pin with Cabochon Ruby Set
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Typically used in the Edwardian era as a pin or brooch whilst hunting, this Fox Head has been hand
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fox-Terrier 18kt Gold Pin
Located in Vannes, FR
Brooche Fox-Terrier in Gold 18 Carat Cicared With an Eye in Emerald. 12 grams
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Vintage 1960s French Artist Brooches

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Cartier Enameled Yellow Gold Fox Pin
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
quintessential 18K yellow gold and takes the form of a fox. Included Items: Manufacturer's Box
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold Fox Terrier Reverse Carved Intaglio Rock Crystal Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
, carved and painted, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with a yellow gold pin. This stick pin houses a
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Gold and Diamond Fox Head Pin
Located in New York, NY
An American antique 18 karat gold and diamond “Fox Head” pin realistically modeled with diamond
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Stick Pin Fashioned Diamond & Ruby Fox
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Victorian Stick Pin Fashioned Diamond & Ruby Fox
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Gold Fox Pin Made in France 18K
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Stamped VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, this fennec has a gold wire body decorated with cabochon emeralds eyes. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay mark for gold. Measurements: Len...
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Detailed Textured Long Tail Fox Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold (pin may be slightly under in karat) Weight: 19.35 Grams Height: 50mm (1.97
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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Swiss Gubelin Textured 18 Karat Gold Tiger-Eye Ruby Fox Pin Brooch
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating Vintage Fox pin brooch of avant-garde design depicting the head of a fox is
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Late 20th Century Swiss Artisan Brooches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Ruby, 18k Gold

S/H A diamond set fox head stick pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian fox-head stickpin, set with nineteen rose-cut diamonds and two cabochon-cut ruby
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Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Gold & Ruby Fox Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and nicely detailed 18k gold fox pin with ruby eyes.
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Gold & Ruby Fox Pin
Gold & Ruby Fox Pin
H 1.38 in W 1.38 in
Ruby Diamond Gold Fox Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical pin of a slinking fox in 18k gold accented with diamonds on the head and tail and with
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21st Century and Contemporary British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Gold Fox Pin
Ruby Diamond Gold Fox Pin
H 0.63 in L 1.38 in
Gold & Ruby Fox Pin by Cherny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming 18k gold fox pin with ruby eyes and nice detailing. Stamped on the back "Cherny 18k".
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Gold Fox Pin by Crossroads of Sport
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical fox pin in 18k gold by Crossroads of Sport. Stamped on the back with their name and
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Fox Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold brooch set with approximately 0.08ctw of old mine cut diamonds. The brooch
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1960s Boucheron Emerald Diamond Gold Fox Pin
By Boucheron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A whimsical 18 karat yellow and white gold, diamond and emerald fox pin by Boucheron, France, the
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Gold Fox Brooch with Ruby Cabochon Eyes
Located in Yardley, PA
1 and 7/8th inch tall 18k yellow gold fox motif pin with a pair of ruby cabochon eyes, a black
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Gold Fox Brooch with Ruby Cabochon Eyes
Gold Fox Brooch with Ruby Cabochon Eyes
H 1.88 in W 1.25 in D 0.63 in

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Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring, 1970
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Buccellati, Mario Jewelry Suite, 27 Carats, $450k Evaluation, His Masterpiece
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Located in Southbury, CT
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Located in New York, NY
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Located in Hummelstown, PA
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French Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
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Important Faberge Imperial Russian Presentation Gift to a Member of the Imperial
By Fabergé
Located in Greenwich, CT
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Art Deco Fine Ruby, Diamond and Enamel Brooch Circa 1925
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This piece is a true masterpiece, meticulously crafted to capture the glamour and sophistication of the Art Deco movement. Hand-crafted in platinum, this long ribbon bow brooch featu...
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Located in New Orleans, LA
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Located in New York, NY
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Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
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Located in Montclair, NJ
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Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
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18k Fox Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18k fox pin you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 22 antique edition and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k fox pin may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. A 18k fox pin from Boucheron, Cartier and Gubelin — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 18k fox pin from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Ruby version from the 10 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k fox pin, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18k Fox Pin?

On average, a 18k fox pin at 1stDibs sells for $1,400, while they’re typically $535 on the low end and $6,900 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.

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like GucciVersaceDior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step. 

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

Questions About 18k Fox Pin
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 18K gold is real gold. However, it is not pure gold. Something marked 18K is 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent metal alloy. On 1stDibs, shop a range of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between 24K gold and 18K gold is how much pure gold the metals contain. Something made of 24-karat gold is 99.9% pure gold, while 18-karat gold items are 75% gold and 25% alloy metals. Generally, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant due to the presence of alloy metals. On the other hand, 24-karat gold tends to be more richly colored and expensive. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, 18K 750 is real gold. Gold pieces that bear this hallmark are 18-karat gold, a 75% pure gold alloy and 25% base metal. One of the most popular materials for fine jewelry, 18-karat gold shows off a rich yellow, white or rose color and resists scratching more readily than pure gold. Explore a wide variety of 18-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 18-karat gold can turn green in some circumstances. This type of gold is about 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent alloy, and the other metal or metals used to produce it may react negatively to acidic substances. When this occurs, 18-karat gold may take on a greenish hue. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people believe that 18k gold is worth buying. Due to the metal's durability, jewelry produced from 18-karat gold is often resistant to scratching and damage. In addition, the large amount of pure gold in the alloy gives white, rose and yellow 18-karat gold a vibrant color. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in 18-karat gold is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a diverse range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that 18K gold is good for watches. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The amount of gold makes the color of the alloy, whether it's white, yellow or rose, rich and visually appealing. At the same time, the addition of alloy metals increases the strength of the gold material. Explore a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    On a watch, 18K gold means that the watch features genuine gold. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The high gold content gives the metal an attractive color, while the alloy metals add strength to increase its durability. An 18-karat gold watch may be solid gold or gold-filled, which means it is primarily another metal that the watchmaker finished with a thin layer of 18-karat gold. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gold dipped, also known as gold plated, pieces are considered real gold. The process coats a piece of metal or alloy with a layer of gold for a gold finish. Shop a collection of 18 karat gold jewelry, solid and dipped, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A piece of jewelry or a decorative object marked 18K gold plated does likely contain real gold. The marking indicates that the item is metal under a layer of gold alloy that contains 75 percent gold and 25 percent other metal. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.