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Up to 12 Austrian Modernist Solid Gold-Plated Coat Hangers from the 1970s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to 12 beautiful and heavy gold-plated hangers made in Austria in the 1970s. These very solid and
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Steel, Gold Plate

Vintage French Lucite and Gold Plated Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
solid gold plated steel, with clear Lucite legs. The toughened glass surfaces have beveled edges, this
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Iconic 24K Gold Chanel 1980s Jumbo Interlocking 'C' Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
circa 1980s! Large solid gold plated hoop earrings with clip on backs and a signature Chanel
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Smiths De Luxe All English 9ct Gold Mens Watch with Arabic Numerals 15 jewels
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
and is 9ct solid gold plated with a screw in back. The thickness is 10.4mm. Dial and hands are
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Fall Floor Lamp with Gold-Plated Solid Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp fall with crystal glass tubes and gold-plated polished brass structure. With grey
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Gold Plate, Brass

Little Mouse Solid Silver Sterling Gold Plated Handcrafted Unisex Cufflinks
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Little Mouse Handcrafted in Solid Silver Sterling Gold Plated Unisex Cufflinks. Introducing the
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Brass Tubes Floor Lamp with Gold-Plated Solid Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp brass tubes with gold-plated polished solid brass tubes. On matte black finish steel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Steel

Brass Tubes Wall Lamp with Gold-Plated Solid Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lamp brass tubes with gold plated polished solid brass tubes. 1 bulb, lamp holder type E27
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

Modern Solid Bronze Gold-Plated Coffee Table Base by Old Plank
Located in Chicago, IL
Created by the Old Plank group of artisans, this spectacular coffee table base is 24-karat gold
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Brass Case Cabinet in Solid Walnut Root and Gold Plated Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Cabinet brass case with structure in solid walnut root, covered with gold plated brass tubes. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Cabinets

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Opal Silver Ring 18k Gold Plated Blue Natural Solid valentine's day gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Boulder Opal with gold and matte finish gemstone origin - Australia
Category

2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
, whereby a grid pattern was created using solid gold plated brass components, like these open squares
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
H 6.5 in W 6.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 18 in L 18 in
59Carat Cubic Zirconia 14 Karat Rose Gold Plated Solid Bridal Lustre Cuff Bangle
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
with a luxurious 14 karat rose gold finish. Dimensions 7 inches. Measures 1.5 inches wide. Also
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold

59 Carat Cubic Zirconia 14KT Yellow Gold Plated Solid Bridal Lustre Cuff Bangle
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
karat yellow gold finish. Dimensions 7 inches. Measures 1.5 inches wide. Also available with a high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Hexagonal Plate in Solid Brass Gold Italian Design 1970 Tray
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Hexagonal plate in solid brass gold Italian design 1970 tray, elegant piece.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

14K Solid Gold Shark Tooth Plate Choker by Chee Lee New York
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
edge. This 15/16-inch necklace is 14K Solid Gold. All items are made to order, please allow 10-15
Category

2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Poul Petersen Solid Gold Jensen Styled Queen's Plate Stakes Horse Racing Trophy
By Carl Poul Petersen
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This solid 14-karat yellow gold Queen's Plate Stakes horse racing trophy was made by renowned
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memora...

Materials

Gold

24K Gold Plated Sapphire Chain Silver Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
Bold Beautiful large solid chain 24K Gold Plated Silver Bracelet. Length: 8.50 in ( 21,5 cm ) Width
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2010s Italian Modernist Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Round Gold Tray Bar Solid Brass Engraved Cane Motif Italian Design Plate
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round gold tray bar solid brass engraved cane motif Italian design plate.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Mint Vintage Cartier Deimios Gold Plated Solid Brown Lens France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of jewels on your nose. Beautiful design and
Category

1990s French Sunglasses

Brass and Gold Plated Table Lamp
Located in Paris, FR
Table lamp brass and gold plated with structure in solid. Brass in gold plated finish and with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Gold Plate, Brass

Brass and Gold Plated Table Lamp
Brass and Gold Plated Table Lamp
H 26.58 in Dm 16.54 in
Maxima Dining Table with Gold Plated Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Dining table maxima with wooden black lacquered top and structure and with gold plated solid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Dining Room Tables

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Maxima Dining Table with Gold Plated Brass
Maxima Dining Table with Gold Plated Brass
H 29.14 in W 98.43 in D 47.25 in
Custom Diamond Piece Name Plate Pendant For Chain Necklace in Solid 10k Gold 14
Located in New York, NY
Custom Diamond Piece Name Plate Pendant For Chain Necklace in Solid 10k Yellow Gold Jewelry Design
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Marina J. Pearl, Solid 14k Gold & Amethyst Woven Choker + Gold Adjustable Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning One of A Kind Choker by Marina J. This piece features a Vintage Silver Gold Plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Maxima Console Table with Gold Plated Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Console Table Maxima with wooden black lacquered structure and with gold plated solid polished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Maxima Console Table with Gold Plated Brass
Maxima Console Table with Gold Plated Brass
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 15.75 in
Palms Tropical Floor Lamp Gold Plated and White Marble
Located in Paris, FR
Floor Lamp Palms Tropical, with solid white marble base with gold plated frame. Lamp structure is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Gold Plate

Vintage Silver Virgin Mary Medal French Gold-Plated Paperclip Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original antique, cast in solid silver, and paired with a modern 14k gold-plated paperclip chain, creating
Category

2010s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Davis Chandelier with Brass and Gold-Plated
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Davis with handmade structure in polished solid brass and gold-plated. With 24 bulbs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Gold-Plated Bookends Rams Heads by Jaru
By Jaru
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Large Solid 18KT Gold Plated Ceramic Rams Head Sculptures, Bookends by Jaru
Category

Late 20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gold

Vintage French Silver Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Gold-Plated Figaro Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
connection to divine grace. Length: 20 inches Solid silver medal, gold-plated vintage figaro chain Origin
Category

2010s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Large Dining Table Live Edge Slab Solid Wood Iroko, Steel Mirror Gold Structure
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
stainless steel and plated in 24kt gold. Also available in the stainless steel version without gold plating
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

20th Century English 22K Gold Plated Silver Perfume Bottle Box, William Hornby
By WILLIAM HORNBY, LONDON (1898-1913), Kendall & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English 22k gold-plated solid silver perfume bottle box, designed with a
Category

20th Century British Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

14K Solid Gold Crown Cartilage Single Stud Earring
Located in Miami, FL
14 karat solid yellow gold. Not gold plated. Sold as a single stud, not a pair. Made with screw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Graduated Pearl Ombre Tassel Earrings with Diamonds & Solid 14k Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a 14k Yellow Gold Plated Diamond Encrusted Silver roundels, from which multiple strands of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Marina J Woven Pearl Sautoir with Black Spinel & Solid 14k Yellow Gold Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sautoir meet at solid 14k Yellow Gold Latches which hook onto a textured solid 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Due
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Si...

Light Ring 14k Solid Gold White Enamel Memento Mori
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
awareness, purpose, and truth. Key Features: Handcrafted in 14k Solid Gold (not plated) Inscribed with
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Truth Ring 14k Solid Gold Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
purpose. Key Features: Crafted in 14k Solid Gold (not plated) Engraved with TRUTH in bold relief
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

“Ball Nose Coffee Table” Oxidized Maple Top, Lacquered Steel, Gold-Plated Feet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
whimsical theme with his choice of materials, the unexpected combination of solid oxidized maple and gold
Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Gold

Set of Six Biedermeier Chairs, Solid Cherry, Gold-Leaf, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
out of the cherry solid wood plate. At the bottom of the crossbar, there is a gold-plated curved decor
Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Gold Plate

14K Solid Gold Graduating Heart Stud Earrings On Screw Back
Located in Miami, FL
solid yellow gold. Not plated, vermeil, or gold plated. Sold as a pair. Details: Metal: 14K Solid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Snake Stud Earrings In Screw Back Closure
Located in Miami, FL
. Not plated, vermeil, or gold plated. Details: Item Type: Stud Earrings Metal: 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Mini Butterfly Stud Earrings on Screw Backs
Located in Miami, FL
Celebrate nature’s elegance with these 14K solid yellow gold Butterfly Stud Earrings, featuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Dog Paw Stud Earrings On Screw Back
Located in Miami, FL
as a pair. Made with real 14 karat solid yellow gold. Not gold plated. Details: Item Type: Stud
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Il Pezzo 10 Console" solid walnut - gold finished brass base - three drawers
Located in Firenze, IT
a testament to our commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Top: solid walnut Base: gold
Category

2010s Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Gold, Brass, Gold Plate

14K Solid Yellow Gold Dainty Butterfly Stud Earrings Screw Back Closure
Located in Miami, FL
14K Yellow Gold Dainty Butterfly Stud Earrings Screw Back Closure. Made with 14 karat solid yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Stud Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
grade 18k solid gold is double rhodium plated to ensure lifelong usage and shine. Push back closure with
Category

2010s Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France Solid bronze, partially gold-plated
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Chanel Rare 925 Solid Silver Camellia Cutout Bangle Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare 925 Solid Silver Camellia Cutout Bangle Cuff Bracelet *Marked Chanel and 925 *Comes
Category

2010s French Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

18 Karat Yellow Gold Micron Plated GIA Diamond Fan Flower Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
architectural form. This fan flower is 10.4 mm diameter. 18k micron gold plated ,not solid gold The diamonds
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

20th Century Large Gold-Plated Brass Chandelier / Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century large gold-plated brass chandelier / chandelier Solid brass gold-plated chandelier
Category

20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Natural Colombian Emerald Square cut drop Earrings in 18k solid gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18k solid gold is double rhodium plated to ensure lifelong usage and shine. Center stones are set in a
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

14K Solid Gold Lightning Bolt Dainty Stud Earrings in Screw Back Closure
Located in Miami, FL
solid yellow gold. Not plated, vermeil, or gold plated. Details: Item Type: Lightning Bolt Stud
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid White Gold Flat Wheat Chain with Lobster Claw Closure
Located in Miami, FL
rope chain is 14k SOLID Yellow Gold, NOT Plated, NOT Filled, and NOT Hollow. This solid gold rope
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

1941 Bridal Crown solid Gilt 830 Silver / 43gr
Located in SE
Elegant Swedish Gilt Bridal Crown with triangular hands decorated with seven chased amphora ornament on perimeter. It's supposed to be affixed to the hear of the head with long thin ...
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

3mm Classic 14K Solid Gold Ball Small Stud Earrings In Screw Backs
Located in Miami, FL
Classic 3mm 14K Yellow Gold Ball Stud Earrings. Made with real 14 karat solid yellow gold. Not gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Rhodium Plated Diamond Ladies Band Ring 14K White Gold 0.18cttw
Located in New York, NY
crafted in 14k solid white gold and black rhodium plated. Set with micro pave diamonds totaling 0.18cttw
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium

GUCCI Milano 1970 Vintage Double Horsebit Bracelet In Solid Gilt Bronze
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
rare, we have never saw one like this model crafted in solid gilt bronze with high polished finish. It
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate

Antique Desk Lamp / Table Lamp Empire circa 1900, Gold-Plated Bronze
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique desk lamp / table lamp Empire circa 1900, gold-plated bronze. Solid bronze, fire-gilt
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

1907 Signet Unisex Ring Carnelian solid 23K Gold US11.5 /11.4 gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring for Men or Women crafted in solid 23K Gold with dark Red plate of Carnelian stone 13 mm
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 22k Gold

"Il Pezzo 6 Console" table in solid walnut and ash top - gold finish brass base
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Firenze, IT
commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Top: solid walnut and solid ash Base: gold finish brass Size
Category

2010s Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate, Nickel

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Solid Gold Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the solid gold plate you’re looking for. A solid gold plate — often made from metal, gold and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a solid gold plate, we have 7 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the solid gold plate you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A solid gold plate made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Il Pezzo Mancante, Carl Poul Petersen and Maison Baguès each produced at least one beautiful solid gold plate that is worth considering.

How Much are Solid Gold Plate?

Prices for a solid gold plate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $359 and can go as high as $58,950, while the average can fetch as much as $1,485.
Questions About Solid Gold Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gold Rolex pieces are only made with solid gold, never gold-plated. Crafted with high-quality materials, Rolex uses 18-karat gold made at their in-house foundries to ensure the utmost premium metals are used in each Rolex. Shop a selection of gold Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    It depends on the brand but a Rolex gold watch is made in solid gold, while other brands may use gold capping or gold plating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    Whether your watch is solid good or not will depend on its maker and model. Some watchmakers offer solid gold watches, but others are gold-filled. The difference is that a gold-filled watch consists of a base metal and has a thin layer of gold bonded to its outer surfaces. One way to potentially determine whether your watch is solid gold is to place a magnet near it. Gold-filled watches are often magnetic, while solid gold ones usually aren't. If you're still unsure about your timepiece's materials, consult a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gold plated items contain real gold, but are mostly composed of a different base metal. Generally, gold plated objects are made from copper or silver with a very thin layer of gold over the base metal.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Cartier ring is not usually solid gold. Typically, the French luxury jewelry maker uses 18-karat gold to craft jewelry. An 18-karat gold ring is 75 percent gold and 25 percent metal alloy. Shop a collection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, gold plating does tarnish in some cases. Compounds in the air, sweat, beauty products and cleaning products can react with metals and cause discoloration. To keep your gold-plated jewelry looking great, follow the maker's care and storage instructions and remove it before swimming, showering, applying skin care products and cosmetics and working with household chemicals. Shop a variety of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is silver-plated or solid silver, put a magnet near it. Solid silver won't attract the magnet. However, the base metals used to produce silver-plated pieces often will. If the magnet test is inconclusive, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable expert can help you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 14k solid gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. The term 14-karat describes gold, which is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy metal. Adding alloy metal helps to make the gold more resistant to wear and tear. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of 14k gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A solid gold Rolex watch is made of 18-karat gold and can cost $20,000 or more. While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Find a collection of antique and vintage solid gold Rolex watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether Swarovski gold plating tarnishes varies. When exposed to sweat, salty air, chemicals or other substances, any type of gold-plated jewelry may develop discoloration. Following Swarovski's care and storage instructions can reduce the risk of tarnishing. Generally, you should avoid wearing jewelry when showering, swimming, applying skin care products or working with household chemicals to protect it from discoloration and damage. Explore an assortment of Swarovski jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Whether gold-plated watches are valuable varies. Gold-plated watches generally contain very little gold, as they are primarily a base metal, to which a thin layer of gold alloy is applied as a finish. As a result, the timepieces typically don't have much value on the scrap market. However, a gold-plated watch may have value based on its age, maker, model, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help you determine how much your watch may be worth. Find a wide range of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Dunhill lighters are gold-plated varies. Some pieces do feature genuine 18-karat yellow gold plating, while others are made of materials like sterling silver, brass, chrome and lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dunhill lighters from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Whether the Chanel logo on a handbag is gold-plated depends on the age of the piece. Up until 2008, Chanel hardware featured 24-karat gold plating. Bags manufactured in 2008 or after have gold-toned hardware that isn't genuine gold. Shop a range of Chanel handbags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The term 14-karat gold plated means that an item has a thin layer of 14-karat gold applied over a base metal like copper or brass. Fourteen-carat gold refers to metal that is 58.5% pure gold and 41.5% alloy. An alloy could be silver, zinc, copper or another metal. Shop a selection of 14-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Omega did indeed make a gold-plated watch. The Seamaster, which was released in 1961, featured gold-plated finishes and a self-winding movement. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A piece of jewelry or a decorative object marked 18K gold plated does likely contain real gold. The marking indicates that the item is metal under a layer of gold alloy that contains 75 percent gold and 25 percent other metal. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.