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22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings
22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings

22k Gold Antique Qajar Bridal Earrings

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Rare Qajar 19th Century Persian 22k yellow gold and gemstones dangle bridal earrings. These

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 22k Gold

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Constantinople II Coin Bezel Pendant
22K Gold Antique Byzantine Constantinople II Coin Bezel Pendant

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Constantinople II Coin Bezel Pendant

Located in Miami, FL

22K Gold Bezel Frame Sets an Original Antique Byzantine coin. Coin details: Byzantine

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Empire JUSTINIAN I Coin Bezel Ring
22K Gold Antique Byzantine Empire JUSTINIAN I Coin Bezel Ring

22K Gold Antique Byzantine Empire JUSTINIAN I Coin Bezel Ring

By Unbranded

Located in Miami, FL

22K Gold and Sterling Silver Justinian Byzantine Empire 22k gold coin bezel set mens ring. The coin

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Engagement Rings

Materials

22k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring
Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring

Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This antique 19th century ring is crafted in high-karat 22k yellow gold and features a hand-cut

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Enamel and 22k Yellow Gold Miniature Brooch
Antique Enamel and 22k Yellow Gold Miniature Brooch

Antique Enamel and 22k Yellow Gold Miniature Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning fine and impressive antique hand painted enamel and 22 carat yellow gold miniature

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

22K Gold Drop Earrings
22K Gold Drop Earrings

22K Gold Drop Earrings

Located in Nantucket, MA

gemstones of unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold

Category

Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet

Antique 11.50 Carat Hardstone and 22k Yellow Gold Bracelet

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine, and impressive 11.50 carat hardstone and 22 karat yellow gold bracelet; part

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled & Gem Pendant
Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled & Gem Pendant

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled & Gem Pendant

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Antique 19th Century Persian 22K Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Gold Pendent Rare and stunning large

Category

Antique 1850s Persian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Enamel

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant
Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant

Antique Persian 22k Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Pendant

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Antique 19th Century Persian 22K Gold Qajar Enameled Gem Set Gold Pendent Rare and stunning large

Category

Antique 1850s Persian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Enamel

22K Yellow Gold Antique 1567 AD Venezuelan Coin Pendant Necklace
22K Yellow Gold Antique 1567 AD Venezuelan Coin Pendant Necklace

22K Yellow Gold Antique 1567 AD Venezuelan Coin Pendant Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

, and Negro Miguel, an African slave who rebelled against the Spanish. ✔ 22k gold original Venezuela

Category

Antique 16th Century Venezuelan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian 1771 22K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Amethyst Hairwork Urn Ring
Antique Georgian 1771 22K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Amethyst Hairwork Urn Ring

Antique Georgian 1771 22K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Amethyst Hairwork Urn Ring

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

amethysts, glazed hairwork panel, and black enamel, in 22 karat and 18 karat yellow gold. This sentimental

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 22K Gold Hardstone Cameo Seed Pearls Muse Erato Brooch Pin
Antique 22K Gold Hardstone Cameo Seed Pearls Muse Erato Brooch Pin

Antique 22K Gold Hardstone Cameo Seed Pearls Muse Erato Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

artistic refinement. The cameo is mounted in an ornate 22K yellow gold frame, richly detailed with twisted

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Brooches

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 22K Gold Qajar Dangle Earrings
Antique 22K Gold Qajar Dangle Earrings

Antique 22K Gold Qajar Dangle Earrings

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Rare Qajar 19th Century Persian 22k yellow gold and gemstones dangle bridal earrings. These

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Anglo-Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby

Antique Gold Ribbon 22k Gold Bangle Bracelet
Antique Gold Ribbon 22k Gold Bangle Bracelet

Antique Gold Ribbon 22k Gold Bangle Bracelet

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique 22k high gold standard shiny yellow gold colour hand made bangle bracelet in ribbon design

Category

Antique 1880s Bangles

Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band
Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band

Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Art Deco 22K Yellow Gold Platinum Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 22k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1910
Antique 22k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1910

Antique 22k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique and contemporary 0.28 carat sapphire and 0.12 carat diamond, 22 karat gold

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian 22K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Pearl Engagement Ring - GIA
Antique Victorian 22K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Pearl Engagement Ring - GIA

Antique Victorian 22K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Pearl Engagement Ring - GIA

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 22K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Pearl Engagement Ring - GIA. This

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Early Victorian 22k Gold Diamond Repousse Work Griffin Dragon Stick Pin
Antique Early Victorian 22k Gold Diamond Repousse Work Griffin Dragon Stick Pin

Antique Early Victorian 22k Gold Diamond Repousse Work Griffin Dragon Stick Pin

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 22k Yellow Gold (stopper not gold) Total Weight: 2.88 Grams (no counting the stopper

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and 22K Gold Pendant Necklace
Amethyst and 22K Gold Pendant Necklace

Amethyst and 22K Gold Pendant Necklace

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian 20.25Ct Coral and Diamond, 22k Yellow Gold Jewellery Set
Antique Victorian 20.25Ct Coral and Diamond, 22k Yellow Gold Jewellery Set

Antique Victorian 20.25Ct Coral and Diamond, 22k Yellow Gold Jewellery Set

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 22 karat yellow gold, 20.25 carat coral and 0.05

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22k Gold and Emerald Drop Earrings
22k Gold and Emerald Drop Earrings

22k Gold and Emerald Drop Earrings

Located in Nantucket, MA

. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

22K Gold Drop Dangle Earrings, Indian
22K Gold Drop Dangle Earrings, Indian

22K Gold Drop Dangle Earrings, Indian

Located in Nantucket, MA

settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Antique Javanese 22k Gold Conch Shaped Earrings, 10th-15th Century, Indonesia
Antique Javanese 22k Gold Conch Shaped Earrings, 10th-15th Century, Indonesia

Antique Javanese 22k Gold Conch Shaped Earrings, 10th-15th Century, Indonesia

Located in Austin, TX

A fine and remarkable pair of Javanese high karat gold (22k+) earrings in the form of a conch shell

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mughal 22k Gold Emerald Faceted Bead, Basra Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Antique Mughal 22k Gold Emerald Faceted Bead, Basra Pearl and Diamond Necklace

Antique Mughal 22k Gold Emerald Faceted Bead, Basra Pearl and Diamond Necklace

Located in Yorba Linda, CA

Antique Mughal 22k Gold Emerald Faceted Bead, Basra Pearl and Diamond Necklace This stunning

Category

Antique Early 1900s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold

1859 Antique French 10 Francs 22K / 18K Gold Dangle Earrings / 4gr
1859 Antique French 10 Francs 22K / 18K Gold Dangle Earrings / 4gr

1859 Antique French 10 Francs 22K / 18K Gold Dangle Earrings / 4gr

Located in SE

Antique Gold coins dangle earrings. This pair dates to circa XIX - early XX cent. The hooks in 18K

Category

Antique 1850s French Arts and Crafts Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

Emilio Jewelry 22K Gold Hand Made Ancient Cut Sapphire Ring
Emilio Jewelry 22K Gold Hand Made Ancient Cut Sapphire Ring

Emilio Jewelry 22K Gold Hand Made Ancient Cut Sapphire Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

, peach, green,blue, pink sapphires have been set in a hand made 22 Karat gold hammered ring which is bold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold

Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold
Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold

Antique Mughal Empire Indian Elephant Bangle Bracelet in 22k Yellow Gold

Located in Miami, FL

craftsmanship of the Mughal period. Crafted from 22 karat yellow gold, the bangles feature stunning red, blue

Category

Antique 19th Century South Asian Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 22K Yellow Gold Alexander III the Great Antique Roman Coin Ring
Vintage 22K Yellow Gold Alexander III the Great Antique Roman Coin Ring

Vintage 22K Yellow Gold Alexander III the Great Antique Roman Coin Ring

Located in Miami, FL

22K carved yellow gold ring weighing 20.3 grams, featuring a striking Alexander III the Great Roman

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hellenistic Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique English 22k Yellow Gold Blue & White Enamel Work 6.9mm Wide Band Ring
Antique English 22k Yellow Gold Blue & White Enamel Work 6.9mm Wide Band Ring

Antique English 22k Yellow Gold Blue & White Enamel Work 6.9mm Wide Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: 22k Solid Yellow Gold - White & Blue Enamel Work Weight: 4.23 Grams Ring Size: 7.0

Category

Antique 19th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Mourning band ring, 22k gold, Black and White enamel
Antique Georgian Mourning band ring, 22k gold, Black and White enamel

Antique Georgian Mourning band ring, 22k gold, Black and White enamel

Located in NEWARK, GB

mourning band ring. The ring is a very rich 22ct yellow gold, enamelled in black with white enamel bands

Category

Antique 18th Century British Georgian Band Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace
Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace

Emerald, Diamond and 22K Gold Choker Necklace

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold

22K Gold Drop Earrings by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
22K Gold Drop Earrings by Deborah Lockhart Phillips

22K Gold Drop Earrings by Deborah Lockhart Phillips

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with

Category

Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

22K Gold Beaded Necklace with Navratna Center, Indian
22K Gold Beaded Necklace with Navratna Center, Indian

22K Gold Beaded Necklace with Navratna Center, Indian

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Faceted Black Onyx and 22K Gold Beaded Necklace
Faceted Black Onyx and 22K Gold Beaded Necklace

Faceted Black Onyx and 22K Gold Beaded Necklace

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 22k Gold

22K Gold Indian Dangle Earrings, Early 1900's
22K Gold Indian Dangle Earrings, Early 1900's

22K Gold Indian Dangle Earrings, Early 1900's

Located in Nantucket, MA

. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

22K Gold, Hand-Painted Ganesh Pendant Necklace, India
22K Gold, Hand-Painted Ganesh Pendant Necklace, India

22K Gold, Hand-Painted Ganesh Pendant Necklace, India

Located in Nantucket, MA

in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

22K Gold Beaded Necklace, India Mid-1900's
22K Gold Beaded Necklace, India Mid-1900's

22K Gold Beaded Necklace, India Mid-1900's

Located in Nantucket, MA

in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Antique 17th Century 22K Gold “My Vertuous Choice Makes Me Rejoyce” Posy Ring
Antique 17th Century 22K Gold “My Vertuous Choice Makes Me Rejoyce” Posy Ring

Antique 17th Century 22K Gold “My Vertuous Choice Makes Me Rejoyce” Posy Ring

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A gold ring, with inscription on the inside of the band, in 22 karat yellow gold. This gorgeous

Category

Antique 17th Century Jacobean Band Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baroque Pearl, Tanzanite and 22K Gold Drop Earring
Baroque Pearl, Tanzanite and 22K Gold Drop Earring

Baroque Pearl, Tanzanite and 22K Gold Drop Earring

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, 22k Gold

22K Gold Drop Earrings with Pink Tourmaline Briolettes
22K Gold Drop Earrings with Pink Tourmaline Briolettes

22K Gold Drop Earrings with Pink Tourmaline Briolettes

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

22K Gold Navratna Reversible Pendant Necklace
22K Gold Navratna Reversible Pendant Necklace

22K Gold Navratna Reversible Pendant Necklace

Located in Nantucket, MA

unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Ca...

22K Gold Indian Dangle Chandelier Earrings, Early 1900's
22K Gold Indian Dangle Chandelier Earrings, Early 1900's

22K Gold Indian Dangle Chandelier Earrings, Early 1900's

Located in Nantucket, MA

gemstones of unusual cuts in a variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold

Category

Early 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Pair of 22K Gold and Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings
Pair of 22K Gold and Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings

Pair of 22K Gold and Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the modern age. In

Category

Late 20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold

Antique 22K French Gold Coin Pendant in 18K Filigree Bezel
Antique 22K French Gold Coin Pendant in 18K Filigree Bezel

Antique 22K French Gold Coin Pendant in 18K Filigree Bezel

Located in Miami, FL

A beautifully preserved antique French gold coin pendant, featuring a high-purity 22K gold Republic

Category

Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Faceted Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace with 22K Gold Spears
Faceted Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace with 22K Gold Spears

Faceted Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace with 22K Gold Spears

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

variety of settings. Included in the collection are antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold

22K Gold Dangle Chandelier Earrings with Blue Topaz Gemstones
22K Gold Dangle Chandelier Earrings with Blue Topaz Gemstones

22K Gold Dangle Chandelier Earrings with Blue Topaz Gemstones

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

antique, high 22K gold pieces with intricate workmanship rarely found in the modern age. In creating the

Category

Late 20th Century Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 22k Gold

Vintage 22K Liberty Head Coin in 14K Gold Signet Ring
Vintage 22K Liberty Head Coin in 14K Gold Signet Ring

Vintage 22K Liberty Head Coin in 14K Gold Signet Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage from first glance, this statement signet centers an authentic 22k Liberty Head gold coin

Category

Vintage 1980s Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Scarab Beetle and 22k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1840
Antique Scarab Beetle and 22k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1840

Antique Scarab Beetle and 22k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1840

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive, unusual antique preserved scarab beetle and 22 karat yellow gold

Category

Antique 1840s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Baroque Pearl, 22K Gold and Black Tahitian Pearl Beaded Necklace
Baroque Pearl, 22K Gold and Black Tahitian Pearl Beaded Necklace

Baroque Pearl, 22K Gold and Black Tahitian Pearl Beaded Necklace

By Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

Tahitian pearls and 22K gold spacers. The length can adjust from 19.5" to 20.25" with the added open

Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 22k Gold

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22k Gold Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 22k gold antique for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 22k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect 22k gold antique may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 22k gold antique over the years, but those made by AB Jewelry NYC, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 22k gold antique can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 48 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 uncut alternatives. Finding a 22k gold antique for sale for women should be easy, but there are 79 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 22k Gold Antique?

On average, a 22k gold antique at 1stDibs sells for $2,868, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $55,000 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 22k Gold Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 22k gold is not too soft for jewelry, but it’s considered too soft for everyday wear. You may find some special pieces that are made of 22k gold or that have 22k gold in them, especially antique jewelry, but regular wear will quickly cause 22k gold to become misshapen and scratched. Shop a collection of 22k gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Twenty-two karat gold denotes that more than 91 percent of the metal is gold. Other metals are present to render the texture of the gold more durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    24k gold is pure gold. Pure gold means 24 out of the 24 karats of an item are gold.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 19 karat gold is real gold and is made of 19 parts gold and five parts other metals. 19 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. You’ll find a wide variety of 19 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
  • 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
    21K gold does not rust or tarnish. This highly-desirable metal resists oxygen, meaning that it does not easily rust or tarnish. This is part of the reason that gold is such a popular metal for jewelry. Shop a collection of 21k jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    10K Italy gold is a type of genuine gold produced in a particular place. If you see a piece stamped "Italy," it indicates that an Italian artisan or brand produced the jewelry. 10K refers to the composition of the precious metal. Pieces that bear the marking are 41.7 percent pure gold and 58.3 percent metal alloy. Shop a large selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Krugerrand coin is not 24 karat gold but rather a 22 karat gold coin. The other two parts of the coin are a copper alloy used to increase the coin’s durability, scratch resistance and give the coin a slightly orange-gold hue. Shop a wide selection of collectible Krugerrand coins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because a karat is 1/24 part of pure gold by weight, 24K gold is the purest type of gold available and extremely valuable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, 10k gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. Instead, 10-karat gold is an alloy that is 41.7% gold and 58.3% base metal. Its content makes 10K gold a strong, durable material and generally allows pieces produced from it to be sold at lower price points than those crafted out of 14- and 18-karat gold. Shop a wide variety of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 10k gold is good. Its strongest selling point is its durability. Because it consists primarily of alloy metals, 10-karat gold is highly resistant to wear and tear. However, its value is less than alloys that contain more pure gold, like 14-karat and 18-karat varieties. Its color also typically isn't as rich as alternatives that feature more pure gold. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 25K gold is likely not real gold. The highest gold purity is 24K, which indicates that an item is pure gold. Counterfeiters may mark gold items 25K mistakenly or as a way of claiming their jewelry is more valuable than 24K. However, 25K gold doesn't really exist. Find a wide range of expertly vetted gold jewelry on 1stDibs.