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Solid Gold Nugget

14K Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Link Mens Bracelet
14K Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Link Mens Bracelet

14K Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Link Mens Bracelet

Located in Miami, FL

A bold and heavy men’s bracelet crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, combining a classic nugget style

Category

20th Century Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Yellow Gold Diamond 3 Natural High Karat Nuggets Design Bar Pendant
Solid Yellow Gold Diamond 3 Natural High Karat Nuggets Design Bar Pendant

Solid Yellow Gold Diamond 3 Natural High Karat Nuggets Design Bar Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.06ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Frame w/ High Karat Natural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Gold Button Golden Pearl w/ Diamond Nugget Open Work Heavy Large Ring
18k Solid Gold Button Golden Pearl w/ Diamond Nugget Open Work Heavy Large Ring

18k Solid Gold Button Golden Pearl w/ Diamond Nugget Open Work Heavy Large Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Brilliant White Color - 0.11ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Bezels Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.2 Grams from Australia
Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.2 Grams from Australia

Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.2 Grams from Australia

Located in Bozeman, MT

Raw, Solid, 24K Gold Nugget Pendant, 4.2 grams of 24K Gold, by Gold Nugget Exports of Australia

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 3.9 Grams from Australia
Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 3.9 Grams from Australia

Raw, Solid, 24k Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 3.9 Grams from Australia

Located in Bozeman, MT

Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 3.9 grams from Australia, comes with 16" gold vermeil

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s GIA  124.79cts Aquamarine 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Link Bracelet
1970s GIA  124.79cts Aquamarine 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Link Bracelet

1970s GIA 124.79cts Aquamarine 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Link Bracelet

Located in Miami, FL

aquamarine wide nugget gold bracelet.   Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, the intricate nugget pattern in

Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade w/ Golden Nugget Center Men's Band Ring
Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade w/ Golden Nugget Center Men's Band Ring

Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade w/ Golden Nugget Center Men's Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

11.6mm (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Ring - Nugget 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.28 Grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips
20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips

20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips

Located in Miami, FL

solid 24 karat gold nuggets. The coin weighs 33.40 grams and the entire bolo tie weighs 57.6 grams

Category

Antique 1890s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earth 3 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq
Earth 3 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Earth 3 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Located in Geneve, CH

: it's hard to tell if it's a small mineral specimen, or perhaps a nugget of solid gold into which an

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2010s French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Earth 2 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq
Earth 2 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Earth 2 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Located in Geneve, CH

: it's hard to tell if it's a small mineral specimen, or perhaps a nugget of solid gold into which an

Category

2010s French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Earth 1 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq
Earth 1 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Earth 1 Pair Of Earrings in Silver Plate & Crystal Stone by Marion Fillancq

Located in Geneve, CH

: it's hard to tell if it's a small mineral specimen, or perhaps a nugget of solid gold into which an

Category

2010s French Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

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1970s Turquoise Nugget Necklace with Solid Gold Chain
1970s Turquoise Nugget Necklace with Solid Gold Chain

1970s Turquoise Nugget Necklace with Solid Gold Chain

Located in Auckland, New Zealand

champagne-toned 9 karat solid gold chain. A mesmerising effect of beautiful gems floating on the decolletage

Category

Vintage 1970s New Zealand Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Signed 10 Karat Gold Nugget Solid Tie Clip
Vintage Signed 10 Karat Gold Nugget Solid Tie Clip

Vintage Signed 10 Karat Gold Nugget Solid Tie Clip

Unavailable

H 0.52 in W 1.38 in D 0.52 in

Vintage Signed 10 Karat Gold Nugget Solid Tie Clip

Located in Overland Park, KS

1 3/8" wide and 5/8" from top of the nugget to the bottom. Piece is signed with a B on a shield but

Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gold Nugget Ring 6.39gms Solid 10k Gold and .10ctw Diamonds
Vintage Gold Nugget Ring 6.39gms Solid 10k Gold and .10ctw Diamonds

Vintage Gold Nugget Ring 6.39gms Solid 10k Gold and .10ctw Diamonds

Located in New Orleans, LA

This unique chunky solid 10K gold ring is a vintage one of a kind piece, designed with three 2mm

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Men's Big Band Ring
14k Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Men's Big Band Ring

14k Solid Yellow Gold Nugget Men's Big Band Ring

Located in Portland, OR

* Design Concept--- A strong, textured, and intricate nugget design creates this bold 14K solid

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Chunky Nugget Style Link Bracelet
14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Chunky Nugget Style Link Bracelet

14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Chunky Nugget Style Link Bracelet

Located in Guilford, CT

14k Yellow Gold Solid 28.7g Chunky Nugget Style 8.5mm Link Bracelet 8.5 Inches Condition

Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Zolotas Greek Nugget Necklace Collar In Textured solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Zolotas Greek Nugget Necklace Collar In Textured solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

Zolotas Greek Nugget Necklace Collar In Textured solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

By Zolotas

Located in Miami, FL

gold stone nuggets in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. Each nugget is completely different and are

Category

Late 20th Century Greek Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace
David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace

David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace

By David Webb

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 138.28 Grams Chain Type: Nugget Graduated Link Chain Length

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace
David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace

David Webb Solid 18k Yellow Gold Nugget Style Graduated Panel 16" Necklace

By David Webb

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 138.28 Grams Chain Type: Nugget Graduated Link Chain Length

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.95 Grams from Australia
Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.95 Grams from Australia

Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.95 Grams from Australia

Located in Bozeman, MT

Raw, Solid, Golden Nugget Pendant, 4.95 grams by Gold Nugget Exports, Anthony Fraser of Australia

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 5.1 Grams from Australia
Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 5.1 Grams from Australia

Raw, Solid, 24K Yellow Golden Nugget Pendant, 5.1 Grams from Australia

Located in Bozeman, MT

Raw, Solid, Golden Nugget Pendant, 5.1 grams by Gold Nugget Exports, Anthony Fraser of Australia

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold 24 Karat Gold Nugget Antique Gold Rush Ring
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold 24 Karat Gold Nugget Antique Gold Rush Ring

Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold 24 Karat Gold Nugget Antique Gold Rush Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a rectangular rose gold form centering a solid 24 karat yellow gold nugget Organic in

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Rose Gold Butterfly Ring with Old Cut Round Diamonds
Vintage 14k Rose Gold Butterfly Ring with Old Cut Round Diamonds

Vintage 14k Rose Gold Butterfly Ring with Old Cut Round Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

- Round Brilliant - H-I - SI1-SI2 Clarity Ring Details: ✔ 14K solid rose gold setting ✔ Textured

Category

1990s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle
Antique 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle

Antique 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle

Located in Miami, FL

Antique 5.30mm 22k Solid Gold Nugget Design Bangle. The bangle measures 5.30mm wide and fits a

Category

Vintage 1960s Bangles

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Nugget Dollar Sign Money Clip
14K Solid Gold Nugget Dollar Sign Money Clip

14K Solid Gold Nugget Dollar Sign Money Clip

Located in Honolulu, HI

Item Specifications: Style: Money Clip Metal: 14k yellow gold Measurements: 1.85" x 0.55" Total

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Nugget ID Bracelet, 7.5 inches - 64.7g
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Nugget ID Bracelet, 7.5 inches - 64.7g

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Nugget ID Bracelet, 7.5 inches - 64.7g

Located in Providence, RI

Never to go out of style, this classic bracelet is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold. With nugget

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Located in Palm Desert, CA

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2010s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Men's 14K Yellow Gold Nugget & Diamond 1.00 CT  Ring

Men's 14K Yellow Gold Nugget & Diamond 1.00 CT Ring

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crushed Wide Band Ring
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crushed Wide Band Ring

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crushed Wide Band Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold crushed wide band ring. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy Gents Cuban Link Bracelet 280.7 Grams 21.5 MM 8.5” 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Heavy Gents Cuban Link Bracelet 280.7 Grams 21.5 MM 8.5” 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Heavy Gents Cuban Link Bracelet 280.7 Grams 21.5 MM 8.5” 14 Karat Yellow Gold

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Heavy gentlemen bracelet featuring a Cuban link motif weighing 280.7 grams in 14 karat yellow gold. More cuban link bracelets in stock. Different styles and MM

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2010s Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel in 18K Rose Gold 15407OR Openworked Dial is an iconic masterpiece known for its sporty octagonal case shape, substantial link bracelet,...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage 1996 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co Bamboo Band Ring
Vintage 1996 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co Bamboo Band Ring

Vintage 1996 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co Bamboo Band Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Troy, MI

Rare Bamboo Tiffany & Co 18 karat yellow gold band ring. Iconic and timeless bamboo motif looks lovely on everyone. Wear a piece of fashionable history. Ring is a size 5.25. Stamped ...

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20th Century American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 8.50 Ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Men's Ring
GIA Certified 8.50 Ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Men's Ring

GIA Certified 8.50 Ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Men's Ring

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified 8.50 ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Solitaire Men's Ring 8.50 fancy yellowish brown round cut center diamond set in 18k gold hexagon motif band. Ring Size: 5.75 R...

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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K White Gold Men's 10.71 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Chain Bracelet
14K White Gold Men's 10.71 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Chain Bracelet

14K White Gold Men's 10.71 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Chain Bracelet

Located in Houston, TX

This cuban link bracelet is made in 14K white gold. It features 651 round cut, pave' set diamonds weighing 10.71 carats. This bracelet has a color grade H and clarity grade of SI2. W...

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2010s American Modern Link Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round .88ctw Nugget Cluster
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Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round .88ctw Nugget Cluster

Located in Greensboro, NC

Size: 10 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
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Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Peridot Eternity Band
18k Solid Yellow Gold Peridot Eternity Band

18k Solid Yellow Gold Peridot Eternity Band

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Peridot Eternity Band Ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whic...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Magic Glo 1.56 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Magic Glo 1.56 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Men's Ring

Magic Glo 1.56 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Men's Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Bold and masculine Magic Glo men's square top diamond ring. 1 round brilliant cut center diamond set in a 14k yellow gold setting with 16 round brilliant cut accent diamonds in the f...

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Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

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Located in Geneva, CH

Men's ring in 18kt yellow gold set with 111 diamonds 1.70 cts and 16 square diamonds 1.40 cts and one diamond 0.60 Size 54

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Materials

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Big powerful men ring with rhodolith

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Located in Berlin, BE

Introducing the majestic and powerful men's ring adorned with a commanding rhodolith in an oval cut. This remarkable ring is not for the faint of heart—it exudes strength and asserts...

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Early 2000s German Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
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By Gianmaria Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....

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Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet

Located in London, GB

An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold curb link chain bracelet with hollow curb links and a spring ring clasp. Fitted with a safety chain to the clasp. Stamped with the French import mark an...

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Vintage 1950s French Link Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Solid Gold Nugget For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate solid gold nugget for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 71 vintage editions and 53 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect solid gold nugget among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A solid gold nugget from Alexandra Mor, David Webb and Five Star Jewelry — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A solid gold nugget of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring quartz, from our inventory of 28, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and bead versions for sale. Finding a solid gold nugget for sale for men should be easy, but there are 56 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Solid Gold Nugget?

Prices for a solid gold nugget can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $214 and can go as high as $28,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,898.

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 Solid Gold Nugget
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gold nuggets tend to be between 85% to 95% pure gold. The gold is extracted and melted down to create pure gold. Some gold is melted and molded to look like organic nuggets for a unique touch. Shop a collection of gold accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to ensure a gold nugget’s authenticity is to buy it directly from a reputable source with authenticity cards and documents. Authentic gold will have a softer touch to it. If you’re unsure, consult with your local jeweler or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, you’ll find expertly vetted gold nugget jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, while gold nuggets can be melted down and crafted into pure gold, gold nuggets in their raw form are not deemed to be “jewelry-grade.” While actual gold nuggets aren’t crafted into jewelry pieces, gold is often molded to mimic an organic shape similar to that of a nugget. Shop a selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Gold nugget rings became popular during the time of the California gold rush during the mid 19th century. At the time, people associated the rings with wealth, power and good fortune. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of gold nugget rings.
  • 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
    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 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 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 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.