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French 18k Gold Chain
French 18k Gold Chain

French 18k Gold Chain

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat yellow gold paperclip necklace with two juxtaposed keyholes in the links, circa 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold Victorian French Alternating Link 24 3/4” Chain
18K Gold Victorian French Alternating Link 24 3/4” Chain

18K Gold Victorian French Alternating Link 24 3/4” Chain

Located in Venice, CA

Circa the Victorian era, this French 18k gold chain alternates between a flattened elliptical link

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18K Gold Victorian Alternating Link 18” Chain
18K Gold Victorian Alternating Link 18” Chain

18K Gold Victorian Alternating Link 18” Chain

Located in Venice, CA

Circa the Victorian era, this French 18k gold chain alternates between a flattened elliptical link

Category

Antique 1880s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Victorian 18k Gold French Watch Chain Necklace
Victorian 18k Gold French Watch Chain Necklace

Victorian 18k Gold French Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This antique French Victorian watch chain necklace is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link
Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link

Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage French gold necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a classic chain with

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry
18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry

18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An 18k gold twisted link chain necklace, French made. 
Each link is formed by a small ring

Category

Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain
Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain

Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain

Located in PARIS, FR

Cobra chain necklace in 18 karat gold. Vintage necklace composed of three flexible cobra chains, a

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18k gold - French white gold pearl Necklace - Birthstone April - Thin chain
18k gold - French white gold pearl Necklace - Birthstone April - Thin chain

18k gold - French white gold pearl Necklace - Birthstone April - Thin chain

Located in Antwerp, BE

upgrade your day to day outfit. This beauty is crafted in 18 K white gold and is marked with a French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1925 18k Yellow Gold LONG French Bar Chain 61"
1925 18k Yellow Gold LONG French Bar Chain 61"

1925 18k Yellow Gold LONG French Bar Chain 61"

By Non Branded

Located in Lexington, KY

This beautiful French bar chain is made in 18k yellow gold and is 61 inches in length. The chain

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1900
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1900

Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1900

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

tactile chain is hallmarked to the ring loop terminal with the French 18k gold mark (eagle's head) and has

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 31.3 Inch
French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 31.3 Inch

French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 31.3 Inch

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this lovely French 18 K yellow gold necklace. This elegant chain consists of

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18k Gold Boucheron Link Chain
An 18k Gold Boucheron Link Chain

An 18k Gold Boucheron Link Chain

By Boucheron

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An French 18k gold necklace of braided round links signed and numbered: Boucheron, B338, with

Category

1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Faceted Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace
French 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Faceted Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace

French 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Faceted Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace

Located in London, GB

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold watch chain adapted to a necklace featuring 3-dimensional

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 61 inch
French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 61 inch

French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 61 inch

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this lovely 18 K yellow gold Sautoire necklace that can be worn as a single, double or

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Filigree Sautoir, 18K solid gold Vintage chain Necklace, 50.5 cm - 15.1gr
French Filigree Sautoir, 18K solid gold Vintage chain Necklace, 50.5 cm - 15.1gr

French Filigree Sautoir, 18K solid gold Vintage chain Necklace, 50.5 cm - 15.1gr

Located in Antwerp, BE

French made 18 K gold chain. This is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful look and feel. It is

Category

Mid-20th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Filed Curb Chain Necklace, France, 45 cm, 4.9 g
18K Yellow Gold Filed Curb Chain Necklace, France, 45 cm, 4.9 g

18K Yellow Gold Filed Curb Chain Necklace, France, 45 cm, 4.9 g

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Type of mesh : filed curb mesh chain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gay Freres 18K Woven Yellow Gold Long Chain Transformable Love Necklace, France
Gay Freres 18K Woven Yellow Gold Long Chain Transformable Love Necklace, France

Gay Freres 18K Woven Yellow Gold Long Chain Transformable Love Necklace, France

By Gay Freres

Located in New York, NY

Rare estate Gay Freres 18K woven yellow gold long chain X link necklace convertable to a lariat

Category

20th Century French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18k solid gold Antique Necklace - Choker Sautoir - dog clasp - Curb chain
French 18k solid gold Antique Necklace - Choker Sautoir - dog clasp - Curb chain

French 18k solid gold Antique Necklace - Choker Sautoir - dog clasp - Curb chain

Located in Antwerp, BE

: 40,9 gr Condition : Very Good - Antique Material : 18K yellow gold Hallmark : French eagle head

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold
Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold

Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Convertible Necklace Faced Opal Malaquite Natural Pearls Tourmaline 18 k Gold gr You can ware this

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Opal, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Elevate your jewelry collection with the Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French Yellow Gold Sautoir Chain, Circa 1870
Antique French Yellow Gold Sautoir Chain, Circa 1870

Antique French Yellow Gold Sautoir Chain, Circa 1870

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

strand necklace. The chain is hallmarked to the wirework loop and ring loops with the French 18k gold

Category

Antique 1870s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Chain Bracelet Medium Model 18K Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Chain Bracelet Medium Model 18K Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Chain Bracelet Medium Model 18K Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

/ $5,150 Excl. Taxes Model B6021300 Serial Number EB**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight Approximately 18.64 g

Category

2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold French Guard Chain
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold French Guard Chain

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold French Guard Chain

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

. Crafted from 18 karat gold the chain which has French gold marks would have likely been crafted in the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Stations Chain Necklace w/Cert
Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Stations Chain Necklace w/Cert

Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Stations Chain Necklace w/Cert

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Experience the elegance of Cartier with this stunning Love Stations 18k yellow gold long chain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 33 Inch Animal Station Chain Necklace
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 33 Inch Animal Station Chain Necklace

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 33 Inch Animal Station Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cartier 33-inch chain necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring five intricate animal

Category

20th Century French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Convertable Chain with a French Chinois Jade Necklace
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Convertable Chain with a French Chinois Jade Necklace

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Convertable Chain with a French Chinois Jade Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Convertable Chain with a French Chinois Jade Necklace. Exquisite

Category

20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Y Mesh Chain
French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Y Mesh Chain

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Y Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Type mesh : flat rectangular. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Two Tone Gold Octagonal Link Long Chain
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Two Tone Gold Octagonal Link Long Chain

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Two Tone Gold Octagonal Link Long Chain

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Two Tone Gold Octagonal Link Chain is a sophisticated and stylish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Mauboussin Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Mauboussin Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Mauboussin Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Mauboussin

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Mauboussin link necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of

Category

1990s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 1950s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thick Jaseron Mesh Chain
French, 1950s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thick Jaseron Mesh Chain

French, 1950s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thick Jaseron Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. Antique chain in gold, it

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Necklace
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Necklace

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Antique watch chain with geometrically

Category

Early 20th Century French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s Gold, Carved Malachite Bead, and Diamond Chain Necklace
French 1960s Gold, Carved Malachite Bead, and Diamond Chain Necklace

French 1960s Gold, Carved Malachite Bead, and Diamond Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A mid-century gold, malachite, and diamond long chain necklace of cable links with carved malachite

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold

French 1920s Diamonds Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
French 1920s Diamonds Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain

French 1920s Diamonds Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. This feminine antique necklace

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier Flat Link Necklace 18k White Gold Chain Estate Signed Jewelry
Cartier Flat Link Necklace 18k White Gold Chain Estate Signed Jewelry

Cartier Flat Link Necklace 18k White Gold Chain Estate Signed Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Vintage Cartier Fidelity bar link necklace crafted in 18 karat white gold. The flat link

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Navette Link Chain Necklace
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Navette Link Chain Necklace

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Navette Link Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Antique chain with slightly openwork navette

Category

20th Century French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Alternating Curb Chain Necklace
French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Alternating Curb Chain Necklace

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Alternating Curb Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Type of mesh : curb chain link with rectangular

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Staple Link Chain Necklace
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Staple Link Chain Necklace

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Staple Link Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A delightful chain in antique yellow gold

Category

20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exceptionally Long Antique 18K Gold Mano Sautoir Slide Chain Necklace Circa 1840
Exceptionally Long Antique 18K Gold Mano Sautoir Slide Chain Necklace Circa 1840

Exceptionally Long Antique 18K Gold Mano Sautoir Slide Chain Necklace Circa 1840

Located in New York, NY

holding a large black pearl. This luxuriously long 61.25 inch, fine hand-crafted 18K yellow gold necklace

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French Curb Chain Bracelet
Antique French Curb Chain Bracelet

Antique French Curb Chain Bracelet

Located in London, GB

: 63.0 grams Length: 7.5 inches Link Width: 12mm Marked: French Eagle's Head i.e. 18ct Gold Box: Plain

Category

Vintage 1910s Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pansy Clasp Chain Bracelet
French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pansy Clasp Chain Bracelet

French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pansy Clasp Chain Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

Bracelet in 18 karat and 14 karat rose gold, shell hallmark. Splendid antique feeling jewel, this

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

The Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace is a timeless expression of elegance and luxury

Category

20th Century French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Juste Un Clou 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chain Necklace
Cartier Juste Un Clou 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chain Necklace

Cartier Juste Un Clou 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

18k Rose Gold And Diamond Juste un Clou Long Necklace by Cartier. With 111 Round brilliant cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

French 20th Century Round Diamond Pattern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
French 20th Century Round Diamond Pattern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain

French 20th Century Round Diamond Pattern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Thin antique necklace, it consists of a convict

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Very Long Art Deco French Filigree Chain
Very Long Art Deco French Filigree Chain

Very Long Art Deco French Filigree Chain

Located in New York, NY

A very fine Art Deco French gold filigree Chain 18 karat gold French marks Made in France circa

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Double Round Bar Link Long Chain Necklace
French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Double Round Bar Link Long Chain Necklace

French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Double Round Bar Link Long Chain Necklace

Located in London, GB

This fancy 18 carat yellow gold chain necklace is beautifully designed with alternating textured

Category

Vintage 1970s French Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French 18k Gold Madonna and Child Medal 1912 Elisabeth 19mm
Antique French 18k Gold Madonna and Child Medal 1912 Elisabeth 19mm

Antique French 18k Gold Madonna and Child Medal 1912 Elisabeth 19mm

Located in BÉZIERS, FR

A truly soulful antique French religious medal in 18-karat gold, dated by its historical engraving

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

French Novel Heritage 18k Rose Gold Diamond Monday Morning Mood Bangle Bracelet
French Novel Heritage 18k Rose Gold Diamond Monday Morning Mood Bangle Bracelet

French Novel Heritage 18k Rose Gold Diamond Monday Morning Mood Bangle Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

- Very Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.06ctw (exact) Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 11.7 Grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French Edwardian 1905 Chain In 18Kt Gold With Guilloche Blue Enamel and Pearls
French Edwardian 1905 Chain In 18Kt Gold With Guilloche Blue Enamel and Pearls

French Edwardian 1905 Chain In 18Kt Gold With Guilloche Blue Enamel and Pearls

Located in Miami, FL

French Edwardian enameled chain. Stunning necklace chain, created in Paris France during the

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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Wide Gold Maille Cuff 18K
French Wide Gold Maille Cuff 18K

French Wide Gold Maille Cuff 18K

Located in New York, NY

This is a wide, heavy cuff bracelet crafted from 18-karat yellow gold. It features a dense, highly

Category

Mid-20th Century Chain Bracelets

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French 18k Gold Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate french 18k gold chain for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 390 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect french 18k gold chain among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic french 18k gold chain over the years, but those made by Cartier, Baume and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A french 18k gold chain can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 30 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also french cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a french 18k gold chain, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a French 18k Gold Chain?

Prices for a french 18k gold chain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $495 and can go as high as $36,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,334.

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 French 18k Gold Chain
  • 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 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 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
    Yes, a 14 karat gold chain is real gold and made of 14 parts gold and ten parts other metals. A 14 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. Browse a range of 14 karat gold jewelry, including chains, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of a 14k gold chain is dependent on its weight, craftsmanship, brand name, condition and the market value of gold. The gold price per gram fluctuates but it was approximately $61 in early 2021. On 1stDibs, you can purchase a 14k gold chain at a variety of price points.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    How much your 14-karat gold chain is worth depends on a variety of factors. In terms of value as scrap metal alone, the length and thickness of the chain will affect how much gold it contains, contributing to its value. Some chains may be worth more due to their maker, style, type, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can give you an idea of how much a particular chain may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of 14-karat gold chains.