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Frascarolo, 18K Gold Diamond Emerald Enamel Deer Desk Clock
By Frascarolo
Located in New York, NY
, powered by a BURMID mechanical movement, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. Made of 18K gold, it is
Category

Vintage 1960s Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Table clock Done In 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Sewickley, PA
This rare Cartier 18K gold Art Deco travel clock embodies luxury, craftsmanship, and architectural
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Table clock Done In 18K Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Table clock Done In 18K Yellow Gold
$38,500
H 2.25 in W 2.5 in L 1.25 in
Cartier Gold Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier folding travel clock (with alarm) in 18kt yellow gold. Made in France, circa 1960.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Accessories

Materials

18k Gold

Fabergé "Phases of the Moon" Clock Egg, 18k Gold, Enamel, Diamonds, Rock Crystal
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé "Phases of the Moon" Clock Egg, 18k Gold, Enamel, Diamonds, Rock Crystal This Fabergé egg
Category

Early 2000s German Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

David Webb Gold Monkey Desk Clock
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Monkey Desk Clock An 18 karat yellow gold desk clock designed in the shape of a walnut
Category

Vintage 1960s American Desk Accessories

Materials

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

David Webb Gold Monkey Desk Clock
David Webb Gold Monkey Desk Clock
$185,000
H 3.25 in W 3.25 in L 3.5 in
Vintage Clock Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage 18k yellow gold pendant in clock shape desine including 18k gold chain
Category

Vintage 1940s Pendant Necklaces

Rare Van Cleef and Arpels Gold Travel Clock
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This compact, 18K yellow gold, Van Cleef and Arpels travel clock is a unique piece of vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold diamond and ruby heart clock pendant. The pendant features a heart clock motif
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
$1,246 Sale Price
60% Off
H 1.07 in W 0.71 in
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18 Karat Gold Sea Urchin Clock
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant 18K yellow gold clock by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger. It resembles a sea urchin. Bulova
Category

Late 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Midcentury Yellow Gold Diamond Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury circa 1950s 18k gold desk clock by Cartier, door decorated with rose cut diamonds
Category

20th Century French Retro Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Mystery Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
3.75" Signed: Cartier and numbered Metal Type: 18-karat gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Mystery Clock
Cartier Mystery Clock
$425,000
H 11 in W 3.75 in L 6.3 in
Boucheron Carriage Brooch Clock
By BUCHERON
Located in New York, NY
by Boucheron, designed in the form of an elegant horse-drawn carriage. Crafted in 18K yellow gold
Category

20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116505 18K Rose Gold
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
6 o'clock, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock and 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock. 18K rose gold bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Art Deco Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Art Deco black onyx and cabochon sapphire desk clock. Made in Paris, circa 1925. Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Table Clock Gold White & Black Diamonds Jet Erwin Sattler Movement Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Objets d'Art and...

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Heart Clock Pendant
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold diamond and sapphire heart clock pendant. The pendant comprises of a heart clock
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Heart Clock Pendant
Diamond and Sapphire Heart Clock Pendant
$1,246 Sale Price
47% Off
H 1.07 in W 0.71 in
Janesich Art Deco Era Travel Clock
By Janesich
Located in New York, NY
top are in onyx. The 18 karat yellow gold case has Persian-style frames. The pusher is in the shape of
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Brevete Janesich Art Deco Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Desk Clock
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Brevete Janesich 18k yellow gold desk clock, adorned with rose cut diamond door and enamel
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Clock Nephrite Enamel & 18Kt Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
been designed with Chinoiserie patterns and carefully crafted up with parts in yellow gold of 18 karats
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Clock Nephrite Enamel & 18Kt Gold
Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Clock Nephrite Enamel & 18Kt Gold
$30,000 Sale Price
20% Off
W 2.72 in D 1.77 in L 3.07 in
Frank Muller 7501 Watch in 18K Rose Gold, 1990s
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
clock. Day and month indicators at 12 a clock. 18k yellow gold case and caseback. Hard to find these
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Original Boucheron Star Sapphire and Diamond Gold Necklace circa 1900 with Clock
By Boucheron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Rare Gold Vintage Original Boucheron necklace set with four matching cabochon star sapphires
Category

Antique 19th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Star Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Lacloche Freres Art Deco Desk Clock
By Lacloche Freres
Located in New York, NY
Lacloche Freres Art Deco Desk Clock An Art Deco desk clock by Lacloche Frères, made of agate, gold
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Lacloche Freres Art Deco Desk Clock
Lacloche Freres Art Deco Desk Clock
$40,000
H 2.75 in W 5.5 in L 3.5 in
Blancpain Moonphase Triple Calendar Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1990s
By Blancpain
Located in New York, NY
. Moonphase is at 6 o'clock. 18K gold case and caseback. Matching gold hands and hour markers. Gold Roman
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Asprey Rock Crystal, Diamond & Enamel Desk Clock
By Asprey
Located in New York, NY
desk clock, exuding the elegance of the Art Deco era. This exceptional timepiece is framed in 18-karat
Category

20th Century Retro Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Asprey Rock Crystal, Diamond & Enamel Desk Clock
Asprey Rock Crystal, Diamond & Enamel Desk Clock
$70,000
H 5 in W 1.5 in L 4.75 in
Cartier Paris 1925 Art Deco Enamel Desk Clock In 18Kt Gold Agate And Coral
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
geometric patterns and carefully crafted with parts made up in yellow gold of 18 karats, carved agate, red
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1925 Art Deco Enamel Desk Clock In 18Kt Gold Agate And Coral
Cartier Paris 1925 Art Deco Enamel Desk Clock In 18Kt Gold Agate And Coral
$19,188 Sale Price
20% Off
W 2.6 in D 0.47 in L 2.6 in
Cartier Tank American Diamond 18k Gold Unisex Watch Ref 2940
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
second markers and an inner minute track, date at 6ix o'clock 18K white gold rectangular case 27x 41mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rene Boivin Onyx Jade & Amazonite Art Deco Desk Clock
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: 6.88" x 2.38" x 4.5" Metal Type: 18 karat yellow gold With certificate of authenticity
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Amazonite, Jade, Onyx, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold Tesoro watch. Quartz movement
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold stick hour markers, yellow gold hands, and date window at 3 o'clock. 18k yellow gold case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gemstone Fine Art Sculptured Clock, Aquamarine Sapphire Carvings Diamond
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
A Neoclassical Fine Art Sculptured Clock of Aquamarine Gemstone Carvings, Diamonds, Sapphires, 18kt
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Late 20th Century German Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Blue Sapphire,...

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Carved Hardstone Blue and White Enamel Diamond Clock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Tiffany and Co Clock Comprised of: gold, silver, carved hardstone, old cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 18 Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm Width MOVEMENT
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
at 3 o'clock. 18k yellow gold Cartier Panther bracelet with deployant clasp. Pre-owned Cartier box.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier. A beautiful and sober desk clock, created in Paris France by the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
$11,160 Sale Price
20% Off
H 4.5 in W 1.28 in L 4.2 in
Rolex Datejust 16013 Tiffany & Co Stamped Watch in 18K yellow gold case, 1980s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
champagne sunburst dial. Sigma markings at 6 a clock. 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel. Stainless case
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Longines
Located in Berlin, DE
. Glass has a crack between 9 and 10 o'clock. 18k Gold Longines Pocket Watch with original case. Gradue
Category

Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Longines Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
$6,519 Sale Price
31% Off
Dm 2.13 in
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
. Hallmarked, 18k Gold The clock works.
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
$8,060 Sale Price
20% Off
Dm 2.01 in
Rolex President Day-Date Men's Yellow Gold Watch Factory Diamonds 118348
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. President Day-Date. 18k yellow gold case with rehaut engraved inner
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

The Floral Trilogy Ring, a Zorab Creation
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
flowers representing your past, present, and future, set in 18k Gold. At the four o'clock mark are four
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 1...

DeWitt Academia Quantieme Perpetual GMT Nebula Mens Watch
By De Witt
Located in Dallas, TX
button at the 9 o'clock.. 18K White Gold with Titanium & Black Ceramic (43 mm ) . Grey dial finished with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Agate Enamel Diamond & Sterling Silver Art Deco Clock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Tiffany & Co. 18k gold agate enamel diamond & sterling silver Art Deco Clock A very fine Art
Category

20th Century Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Agate

18K Pink Gold Clock Shaped Diamond Ring, 0.80ct
Located in Holtsville, NY
Make a statement with this unique and luxurious 18K Pink Gold Clock Shaped Diamond Ring, featuring
Category

2010s American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Clock-Shaped Diamond Ring, 0.80ct, Size 11.25
Located in Holtsville, NY
Enhance your jewelry collection with this unique 18K Yellow Gold Clock-Shaped Diamond Ring
Category

2010s American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Clock-Shaped Diamond Ring, 0.80ct, Size 11.25
Located in Holtsville, NY
Enhance your jewelry collection with this unique 18K Yellow Gold Clock-Shaped Diamond Ring
Category

2010s American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18kt gold clock, the rectangular dial with baton terminals within a gold engine turned case and
Category

Vintage 1950s Desk Accessories

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Desk Clock
$15,500
H 2.13 in W 1.75 in D 1.25 in
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Cuckoo Clock Pendant Charm
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Vintage 18k Gold Cuckoo Clock Pendant Charm CONDITION - Exceptional! No signs of wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Gold Bucherer Clock Brooch
By Bucherer
Located in Fuengirola, Malaga
One 18 karat yellow gold BUCHERER clock brooch set with pear-shaped ruby and sapphires and 5 clean
Category

Antique 1670s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Delaneau Clock Diamond Carat 1.80 Gold 18 Karat Pendant
By Delaneau
Located in Milano, IT
Delaneau 18K gold pendant watch with brilliant cut diamonds 1.80 ct. Pour-Trabucco. Manual charge
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Travel Clock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
and Red Coral, 18 karat yellow gold. Stamped FRANCE on the face and "Made in France for Tiffany & Co
Category

Vintage 1950s French More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Travel Clock
TIFFANY & CO. Travel Clock
$7,500
H 1 in Dm 1.25 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Sapphire Diamond Gold Travel Clock
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed travel clock features a lapis lazuli face with a yellow gold sunburst
Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold,...

1960s Jaeger Lecoultre Rue De La Paix Lantern Table Desk Clock 8 Day Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New york, NY
Lamp Clock features a nickel-finished jewelled lever movement, the silvered dial with Roman numerals
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Desk Accessories

Materials

18k Gold

Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Beetle Pendant Clock
Located in La Jolla, CA
Platinum and 18k yellow gold lady's keyless pendant clock in the shape of a beetle brooch
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Pocket Watch and Table Clock
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Keep this beautiful 18K gold Van Cleef& Arpels clock either in your pocket or on your night stand
Category

Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Desk Clock with Alarm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold case with a basket weave and rope design, this desk clock with alarm is powered by a 15 jewel
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

BOUCHERON. An Important Art Deco Lapis and Coral Desk Clock
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
with yellow gold Arabic numerals and open work hands, with mechanical movement, mounted on a stepped
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Gold Quarter Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
Antique 18K Gold Quarter Repeater Full Hunter Pocket Watch. This beautiful 51mm diameter full
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Rare & Early Verge Fusee 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Pocket Watch by Mallet a Paris
Located in Carlisle, GB
A beautiful finely made tri-color 18-karat gold by Mallet A Paris. The ornately designed case
Category

Antique 1860s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Swiss 18k Gold & Enamel, Diamond Open-Faced Verge Watch, circa 1770
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 18th century Swiss highly rare and decorative 18-karat vari-coloured gold, hand painted
Category

Antique 18th Century Swiss More Clocks

Materials

Gold, Enamel

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18k Gold Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 18k gold clocks is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and stone, all 18k gold clocks available were constructed with great care. 18k gold clocks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. 18k gold clocks bearing Louis XVI or Louis XV hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. 18k gold clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Armand Frohmann and Thiéry Paris are consistently popular.

How Much are 18k Gold Clocks?

Prices for 18k gold clocks start at $495 and top out at $600,000 with the average selling for $10,252.
Questions About 18k Gold Clocks
  • 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much your 18K gold chain is worth depends on several factors. As a material, 18-karat gold typically fetches a higher price than 14-karat and 10-karat gold on the scrap market because it contains more pure gold. When selling a piece for scrap, the length, thickness and weight of your chain will determine how much you can expect to receive for it. It's also possible that your chain may be worth more than the going scrap rate due to its style, maker, age and other characteristics. Consequently, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate your jewelry before you sell it. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of gold chains.
  • 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 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.