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14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick Crucifix Pendant #20905
14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick Crucifix Pendant #20905

14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick Crucifix Pendant #20905

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14k Yellow Gold Hollow Toothpick Crucifix- This 14k yellow gold hollow toothpick crucifix pendant features a sleek, minimalist design with a subtle, lightweight structure.

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9k Yellow Gold Twist Action Toothpick Pendant
Vintage 9k Yellow Gold Twist Action Toothpick Pendant

Vintage 9k Yellow Gold Twist Action Toothpick Pendant

Located in New York, NY

A charming and uncommon vintage accessory, this 9k yellow gold toothpick pendant features a decorative engraved pattern and a clever twist-action mechanism that reveals a slim pointe...

Category

Early 20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick Case

JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick Case

Unavailable

W 0.6 in L 2.86 in

JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick Case

By JvdF

Located in New York, NY

This solid 14k gold toothpick case holds three individual toothpicks (sold separately) and is an elegant and functional piece that adds that unique touch to your daily routine.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold

JvdF White Leather and Yellow Gold Toothpick Napkin Holder

JvdF White Leather and Yellow Gold Toothpick Napkin Holder

By JvdF

Located in New York, NY

This napkin holder is made from a bonded lambskin and cowhide leather strap with a 14k solid gold toothpick used as the closure. Crafted in New York City.

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21st Century and Contemporary American More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

14k Gold

JvdF Black Leather and Yellow Gold Toothpick Napkin Holder

JvdF Black Leather and Yellow Gold Toothpick Napkin Holder

By JvdF

Located in New York, NY

This napkin holder is made from a bonded lambskin and cowhide leather strap with a 14k solid gold toothpick used as the closure. Crafted in New York City.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

14k Gold

JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick

JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick

Unavailable

W 0.08 in D 0.08 in L 2.41 in

JvdF Yellow Gold Toothpick

By JvdF

Located in New York, NY

This single toothpick in 14k gold is an elegant and functional piece which adds that unique touch to one's daily routine.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Toothpick Fob c1920 375 Purity Chatelaine Charm Propelling
Antique 9ct Gold Toothpick Fob c1920 375 Purity Chatelaine Charm Propelling

Antique 9ct Gold Toothpick Fob c1920 375 Purity Chatelaine Charm Propelling

Located in Camelford, GB

On offer is this gorgeous 9CT ANTIQUE GOLD PROPELLING TOOTHPICK FOB / PENDANT DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Yellow Gold - Diamond Cut, lovely design.

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare
CARTIER 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare

CARTIER 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pendant.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Victorian Mother of Pearl and Rose Gold Toothpick Pendant
Victorian Mother of Pearl and Rose Gold Toothpick Pendant

Victorian Mother of Pearl and Rose Gold Toothpick Pendant

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A charming little bauble, created with a skilled ingenuity and guaranteed to amuse you. Made of 14k rose gold and mother of pearl, the piece serves as a beautiful pendant, sitting su...

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Karat propelling Toothpick Pendant, circa 1930
9 Karat propelling Toothpick Pendant, circa 1930

9 Karat propelling Toothpick Pendant, circa 1930

Located in Baltimore, MD

An unusual gold toothpick enclosed in a chic case for you to attach to a chain and have at the ready anytime you need one.

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Art Deco 9K Propelling Toothpick Pendant Hallmarked 1933
Art Deco 9K Propelling Toothpick Pendant Hallmarked 1933

Art Deco 9K Propelling Toothpick Pendant Hallmarked 1933

Located in Baltimore, MD

A bit of pressure on the "square" pusher that wraps around the pendant (seen towards the top of the pendant closer to the bale) exposes the the gold "toothpick". This functional and ...

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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Toothpick Style Bark Finish #17933
18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Toothpick Style Bark Finish #17933

18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Toothpick Style Bark Finish #17933

Located in Washington Depot, CT

18K Yellow Gold Cross Charm This timeless cross charm features a toothpick design with bark finish crafted from 18K yellow gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant
Vintage Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant

Vintage Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

This Vintage Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant is a unique and intriguing piece of jewelry that combines practicality with exquisite craftsmanship.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s Yellow Gold Toothpick by Ramsden & Roed
Vintage 1980s Yellow Gold Toothpick by Ramsden & Roed

Vintage 1980s Yellow Gold Toothpick by Ramsden & Roed

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English 9 karat yellow gold toothpick; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional vintage 9k gold toothpick has ...

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20th Century British Vanity Items

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick & Leather Holding Pouch
14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick & Leather Holding Pouch

14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick & Leather Holding Pouch

Located in Coral Gables, FL

14 Karat Yellow Gold Toothpick & Black Leather Pouch. 2.25 Inches Long.

Category

Late 20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K/585 Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant
14K/585 Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant

14K/585 Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant

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H 2.5 in Dm 0.19 in L 3.38 in

14K/585 Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a 14K/585 Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant. It depicts a cylindrical ribbed gold body that covers the propelling toothpick.

Category

20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick #19060
14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick #19060

14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick #19060

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick- This elegant retractable toothpick is crafted in meticulously detailed 14K yellow gold.

Category

20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a vintage retractable toothpick pendant. It is crafted in 9K yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick charm
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick charm

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick charm

By Larter & Sons

Located in Troy, MI

Hygiene with style! Vintage 14 karat yellow gold retractable tooth pick lets you keep your mouth in tip top shape discretely but in style. Has a loop at top to connect to what you wa...

Category

1990s American Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14C propelling Toothpick Pendant
Art Deco 14C propelling Toothpick Pendant

Art Deco 14C propelling Toothpick Pendant

Located in Baltimore, MD

Our yellow gold 14 carat toothpick holder pendant has a pleasing geometric appearance with its hexagonal shape and opening.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable 2 Inch Long Toothpick
Vintage Tiffany Co 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable 2 Inch Long Toothpick

Vintage Tiffany Co 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable 2 Inch Long Toothpick

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick is a unique and fascinating piece of jewelry with a rich history.

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #17889
14K Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #17889

14K Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #17889

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H 0.18 in W 1.08 in L 1.86 in

14K Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #17889

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant  Toothpick cross with hollow tubing.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Toothpick Pendant
Antique Victorian Gold Toothpick Pendant

Antique Victorian Gold Toothpick Pendant

Located in Sale, Cheshire

For that person who has everything.... a cool antique toothpick, crafted in yellow gold throughout. The pick is retractable, moving in or out depending which way the handle is turned.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Larimar Turquoise Toothpick Fob c1820 375 Purity Chatelaine
Antique 9ct Gold Larimar Turquoise Toothpick Fob c1820 375 Purity Chatelaine

Antique 9ct Gold Larimar Turquoise Toothpick Fob c1820 375 Purity Chatelaine

Located in Camelford, GB

On offer is this gorgeous 9CT ANTIQUE GOLD TURQUOISE LARIMAR TOOTHPICK FOB / PENDANT DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Rosey Yellow Gold - handmade, lovely design.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British George III Pocket Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Larimar, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold and Pearl Toothpick
Rose Gold and Pearl Toothpick

Rose Gold and Pearl Toothpick

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in 14kt rose gold, this toothpick features a checker design integrating mother of pearl with textured rose gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

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$7,500

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By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Rare 18K yellow gold fountain pen by Cartier, circa 1930s. It features a platinum nib and stylish design. Twist-off cap. Beautiful workmanship and great for any desk or as a gift. H...

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #20903

14 Karat Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #20903

$317

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Crucifix Pendant #20903

Located in Washington Depot, CT

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Gold Toothpick For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact gold toothpick you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 9k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 6 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a gold toothpick from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a gold toothpick has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by JvdF are consistently popular. While most can agree that any gold toothpick from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Finding a gold toothpick for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold Toothpick?

The price for a gold toothpick starts at $150 and tops out at $4,500 with these objets-dart-vertu, on average, selling for $613.

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.