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9 Carat Gold Charm

Vintage Chicken Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm
Vintage Chicken Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Vintage Chicken Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet charm is modelled in 9 carat gold and a must have for any cat lover!

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Vintage 1970s British More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm
Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet charm is modelled in 9 carat gold and a must have for any cat lover!

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Vintage 1970s British More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm
Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Vintage Cat Figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet charm is modelled in 9 carat gold and a must have for any cat lover!

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique 'Punch' moving figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm
Antique 'Punch' moving figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Antique 'Punch' moving figurine 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This charm is modelled in 9carat gold. This is the character 'Punch' and it moved up and down the pole. Height: 35mm Weight: 1.7g

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Antique Early 1900s British More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique Till 'Fully Working' 9 Carat Gold Charm
Antique Till 'Fully Working' 9 Carat Gold Charm

Antique Till 'Fully Working' 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous charm is modelled in 9carat gold and moves exactly as it should! A really fun piece to add to the collection. Height: 25mm Height inc Clasp: 44mm Width: 17mm Weight: ...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

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Gold

Antique Devil Jack in the Box 9 Carat Gold Charm
Antique Devil Jack in the Box 9 Carat Gold Charm

Antique Devil Jack in the Box 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This devil jack in a box is so unusual! It is spring loaded so as soon as you release the catch he pops right out of the box. Modelled in 9ct gold. Box Height: 11.5mm Box With Devil...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

9 Carat Gold "Elephant" Pop Up in a Box
9 Carat Gold "Elephant" Pop Up in a Box

9 Carat Gold "Elephant" Pop Up in a Box

Located in London, GB

9ct Gold pop up ! elephant in a box Hallmarked on the inside of the lid 9 375 Anchor ( Birmingham) Letter D (1953) Makers R.T.O.C To open - flick the button downwards away from th...

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Mid-20th Century English Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Telephone Love Charm
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Telephone Love Charm

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Telephone Love Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a telephone and where the numbers should be there are the words 'ILOVEYOU'. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold an is hallmarked. Height: 10m...

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Boat Charm
Vintage 9 Carat Boat Charm

Vintage 9 Carat Boat Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is an ornate boat. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Length Of Boat: 25mm Height Not Including Loop: 9mm Weight: 1.99g

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Chapel Charm Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Chapel Charm Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Chapel Charm Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a glossy gold chapel and when opened there is a bride and groom getting marries. . The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Spire Height: 13mm ...

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bamboo Bangle With Sputnik Charm
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bamboo Bangle With Sputnik Charm

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bamboo Bangle With Sputnik Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This bamboo bangle is modelled in 9carat gold. There is also a paste set sputnik charm on the safety chain. This is fully hallmarked Birmingham 1962. Sputnik charm measures 9mm in di...

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Vintage 1960s British Bangles

Materials

Gold

Antique 9 Carat Gold Curb Bracelet with Teddy Charm
Antique 9 Carat Gold Curb Bracelet with Teddy Charm

Antique 9 Carat Gold Curb Bracelet with Teddy Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This classic curb bracelet has smooth links and to fasten this bracelet there is a heart locket which is smooth and glossy with safety chain. Attached to the chain is the sweetest te...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Top Hat Charm Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Top Hat Charm Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Top Hat Charm Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a glossy gold top hat. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Hat Dimensions: 17x7.5mm Weight: 0.89g

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold 3D Palm Tree Charm/Pendant, 1971
Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold 3D Palm Tree Charm/Pendant, 1971

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold 3D Palm Tree Charm/Pendant, 1971

Located in London, GB

Add a touch of tropical beauty to your jewellery collection with this finely crafted vintage 9 carat yellow gold palm tree charm. Designed with wonderful three-dimensional details, ...

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Vintage 1970s English Retro Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 3D Concord Charm/Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold, 1970
Vintage 3D Concord Charm/Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold, 1970

Vintage 3D Concord Charm/Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold, 1970

Located in London, GB

Beautifully crafted in buttery 9 carat yellow gold, this piece captures the sleek and distinctive shape of the legendary Concorde - the first supersonic commercial aircraft of its ki...

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Vintage 1970s European Retro Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold and Bloodstone 3D Elephant & Castle Charm/Pendant

Located in London, GB

Add a playful touch to your jewellery collection with this bold vintage 9 carat yellow gold charm. This beautifully crafted piece showcases an intricately detailed elephant standing...

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Vintage 1970s English Retro Figurines and Sculptures

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Jasper, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm
Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm

Vintage Enamel and 9K Yellow Gold 3D Royal Queen's Guard & Horse Charm

Located in London, GB

Tested 9 carat gold. Whether worn as a pendant or added to a charm bracelet, this rare collectible is a wonderful testament to British tradition and craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1960s English Retro Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 9k Gold

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9 carat bracelet with charm
9 carat bracelet with charm

9 carat bracelet with charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

9ct bracelet with charm

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Antique Early 1900s Link Bracelets

Materials

10k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Sputnik Charm Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Sputnik Charm Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Sputnik Charm Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a glossy gold sputnik model. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Made in London, England. Longest Side: 23mm Weight: 0.75g

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Animal Charms
Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Animal Charms

Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Animal Charms

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage set of 0.34 carat sapphire, 0.26 carat ruby, 9 karat yellow gold charms, modelled in the form of animals; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collecti...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Dunhill Style Lighter 9 Carat Gold Charm
Antique Dunhill Style Lighter 9 Carat Gold Charm

Antique Dunhill Style Lighter 9 Carat Gold Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This charm is deigned with a dunhill lighter in mind. Modelled in 9ct gold and made in Birmingham, England. Charm Dimensions: 17x12mm Weight: 1.3g

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This stunning albertina holds a total of three gorgeous charms. One of which is a mother of pearl luck disc, the other two are an agate cross and a heart set with a ruby. This bracel...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 9k Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Bracelet with Dolphin Charm
Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Bracelet with Dolphin Charm

Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Bracelet with Dolphin Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This simple and delicate 9ct gold cain holds a sweet gold dolphin charm. Even the clasp is delicate and just looks like part of the bracelet. Length: 20.5cm Dolphin Dimensions: 20...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms

Victorian 9 Carat Gold Albertina with Charms

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

The charms on this bracelet are absolutely darling. The rope twist chain holds a glass compartment which holds gild nuggets and the other side holds the dog clip. At he centre is a d...

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Vintage 1980s British Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bracelet With Turtle Charm
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bracelet With Turtle Charm

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bracelet With Turtle Charm

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This bracelet has the sweetest little turtle charm attached to it. The bracelet itself is a curb chain and modelled out of 9ct gold. The head and the tail f the turtle move as the tu...

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Stone Set Charm Necklace
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Stone Set Charm Necklace

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Stone Set Charm Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This necklace holds so many treats! Seven charms are placed around this necklace in total. A glossy gold star featuring a pearl at the centre, a ruby at the centre of a pearl cluster...

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Vintage 1960s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold MGB Sports Car Charm
Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold MGB Sports Car Charm

Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold MGB Sports Car Charm

By Bernard Instone

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet charm is modelled on a MGB sports car and is made out of 9ct gold. The maker, Bernard Instone, is a collectable name. Car Dimensions: 25mm x 10mm

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Vintage 1960s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold

Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold Rolls Royce Car Charm
Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold Rolls Royce Car Charm

Vintage Bernard Instone 9 Carat Gold Rolls Royce Car Charm

By Bernard Instone

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This sweet charm is modelled on a Rolls Royce car and is made out of 9ct gold. The maker, Bernard Instone, is a collectable name. Car Dimensions: 28mm x 12.5mm

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Vintage 1960s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Man and Scales Charm Pendant
Vintage 9 Carat Man and Scales Charm Pendant

Vintage 9 Carat Man and Scales Charm Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a man holding scales. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Made in Birmingham, England. Height Not Including Loop: 19mm Weight: 2.62g

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Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Oval Amethyst and 9 Carat Rose Gold Open Work Fixed Fob Charm, 1988
Vintage Oval Amethyst and 9 Carat Rose Gold Open Work Fixed Fob Charm, 1988

Vintage Oval Amethyst and 9 Carat Rose Gold Open Work Fixed Fob Charm, 1988

Located in London, GB

Exquisitely crafted from warm 9 carat rose gold and set with a beautifully faceted oval amethyst, this vintage fob charm/pendant is a true treasure.

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Vintage 1980s English Retro Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1970s 9 Carat Gold Charm Bracelet
Vintage 1970s 9 Carat Gold Charm Bracelet

Vintage 1970s 9 Carat Gold Charm Bracelet

Located in Birmingham, GB

A great start to a real vintage charm bracelet collection. A solid curb chain with three charms including a car, typewriter and square and compass, along with the heart safety padlock.

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Vintage 1970s British Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

9 Carat Rose Gold Gypsy Carriage Vintage Charm or Pendant
9 Carat Rose Gold Gypsy Carriage Vintage Charm or Pendant

9 Carat Rose Gold Gypsy Carriage Vintage Charm or Pendant

Located in Hamilton, AU

Crafted in 9 carat rose gold is this darling, hard to find, intricately designed vintage charm featuring a Gypsy carriage with a hinged top section that open up to reveal a clairvoya...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold, 9k Gold

9 Carat Rose Gold Coo Coo Clock Vintage Charm or Pendant
9 Carat Rose Gold Coo Coo Clock Vintage Charm or Pendant

9 Carat Rose Gold Coo Coo Clock Vintage Charm or Pendant

Located in Hamilton, AU

Crafted in 9 carat rose gold is this darling, hard to find, intricately designed vintage Coo-Coo Clock charm.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage circa 1980s 9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Cross Anchor Pendants and Chain
Vintage circa 1980s 9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Cross Anchor Pendants and Chain

Vintage circa 1980s 9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Cross Anchor Pendants and Chain

Located in Hamilton, AU

Forged in 9 carat yellow gold, this whimsical vintage piece, circa 1980s, features three pendants - a heart, a cross, and an anchor - threaded on a fine 9 carat gold curb-link chain....

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20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boot Charm Set in 9 Carat Gold, circa 1955
Vintage Boot Charm Set in 9 Carat Gold, circa 1955

Vintage Boot Charm Set in 9 Carat Gold, circa 1955

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

This Vintage Charm of a Boot has been crafted in 9ct Gold is dated to 1955, a great addition to your charm collection! Condition: Very Good, slightest signs of wear due to age and u...

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Vintage 1950s British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Heavy Solid 9 Carat Yellow Gold Violin and Case Pendant Charm
Heavy Solid 9 Carat Yellow Gold Violin and Case Pendant Charm

Heavy Solid 9 Carat Yellow Gold Violin and Case Pendant Charm

Located in St Helens, GB

A solid 9 carat yellow gold charm pendant. Designed as a violin case which opens up to reveal violin, realistically formed.

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20th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Shamrock Ring 9 Carat Gold Heart Charm, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Shamrock Ring 9 Carat Gold Heart Charm, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Shamrock Ring 9 Carat Gold Heart Charm, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A delightful Antique Victorian ring featuring a beautiful, engraved lucky three leaf shamrock in the centre with a fabulous Gold heart charm dangling below. Shamrocks were a popula...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Chain Necklace Faith Hope Charity Charms 9 Carat Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Chain Necklace Faith Hope Charity Charms 9 Carat Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Chain Necklace Faith Hope Charity Charms 9 Carat Rose Gold

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A wonderful antique Victorian chain necklace featuring three lovely charms in the shape of an Anchor, Cross and Heart which display beautiful engraved detailing. The charms represen...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Boot Charm with a Hidden Rhyme Scene Inside
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Boot Charm with a Hidden Rhyme Scene Inside

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Boot Charm with a Hidden Rhyme Scene Inside

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

This Vintage Boot Charm is beautifully crafted in 9ct Gold and opens to reveal an old woman and her children! The perfect gift, and can be worn on a charm bracelet or as a pendant on...

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Vintage 1960s British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Shape St Christopher Pendant
9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Shape St Christopher Pendant

9 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Shape St Christopher Pendant

Located in St Helens, GB

A solid 9 carat yellow gold charm pendant. Designed as a heart shape St Christopher.

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20th Century British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Traditional Welsh Lady 9 Carat Gold Charm Pendant
Traditional Welsh Lady 9 Carat Gold Charm Pendant

Traditional Welsh Lady 9 Carat Gold Charm Pendant

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

This interesting vintage charm has been crafted in 9ct yellow gold. It features a woman in the traditional Welsh costume which is a costume once worn by rural women in Wales. Its no...

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Vintage 1970s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Awesome 9 Carat Rose Gold Pig Piglet Charm
Awesome 9 Carat Rose Gold Pig Piglet Charm

Awesome 9 Carat Rose Gold Pig Piglet Charm

Located in St Helens, GB

A beautiful late Victorian period pendant or charm. Circa 1950. Formed as a puff pig piglet. Condition ; Very good for age. Crisp design. Light wear only. Please view my photograph...

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20th Century British Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Rose Gold

Vintage 16 Charm Bracelet 9 Carat Solid Gold English Hallmarked
Vintage 16 Charm Bracelet 9 Carat Solid Gold English Hallmarked

Vintage 16 Charm Bracelet 9 Carat Solid Gold English Hallmarked

Located in Napoli, IT

Collecting Fun from 20's to 40's English origin vintage charm bracelet all crafted of solid 9 ct gold, hallmarked Comprising a heart padlock bracelet loaded with 16 charms varying i...

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Vintage 1940s British Retro Charm Bracelets

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Gold

Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet with 16 Various Charms
Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet with 16 Various Charms

Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet with 16 Various Charms

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

A fine and impressive vintage charm bracelet. Fancy link 9 carat gold bracelet set with 16 charms: Lapis lazuli, telephone dial, 'love you' spinner, ferris wheel, crescent moon, tedd...

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Mid-20th Century British Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 9k Gold

Vintage Cuckoo Clock Charm in 9 Carat Gold
Vintage Cuckoo Clock Charm in 9 Carat Gold

Vintage Cuckoo Clock Charm in 9 Carat Gold

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H 0.95 in W 0.56 in D 0.36 in

Vintage Cuckoo Clock Charm in 9 Carat Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

This Vintage Clock Charm features moving clock arms enabled by a small lever at the back. A cuckoo may also pop its head in and out via a lower lever. A perfect gift or addition to ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

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9 Carat Gold Charm For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 9 carat gold charm you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 120 antique edition and 176 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 9 carat gold charm 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 .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 9 carat gold charm over the years, but those made by TJD, Cartier and Five Star Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a 9 carat gold charm featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cushion cut versions for sale. Most of our 9 carat gold charm for sale are for women, but there are 109 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 9 Carat Gold Charm?

The price for a 9 carat gold charm starts at $85 and tops out at $25,817 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,399.

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.