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'Waste Paper is Burned to Ashes', a Satire Print on the South Sea Bubble, 1720
Located in Langweer, NL
Adonis; (TR) the death of Bacchus; (BL) King Midas sitting at a table with his food turning into gold
Category

Antique 1720s Maps

Materials

Paper

Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture Entitled "Turning Arab" by Steve Winterburn
By Steve Winterburn
Located in London, GB
A very well modelled study of an Arab horse in full motion turning to his right, the bronze with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ore in Sienna & Ecru with Gold, a Glass & Gold Sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
'Ore in Sienna & Ecru with gold' is a unique glass sculpture in aubergine and off-white colored
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Outdoor Swing Sofa featuring Gold Stainless Steel and Waterproof Beige Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

2 UnoAErre Aurea Italy 14K Yellow Gold Serpentine Chains 15" & 18" 2.5g
By UnoAErre
Located in Dayton, OH
"Two vintage 14K / 585 (58.5% gold) yellow gold serpentine necklace chains with spring ring clasp
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian & Lapis Horse An
Category

20th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

SITLALI Low Rocking Chair in Solid Wood and Thin Overlapping Road and Gold Leaf
By Philippe Bestenheider
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Sitlali apart is its regal finish—it's adorned in luxurious gold leaf, adding a touch of opulence to its
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Sereno" Aluminum/Gold Plated Legs Coffee Table by Fredrikson Stallard, Driade
By Driade, Fredrikson Stallard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, with sculpture-like legs in polished cast aluminum or cast aluminum gold plated finished and MDF top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Gold, Stainless Steel

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky
Category

20th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Elixir in Weimaraner & Amethyst Red, gold & glass artwork by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold lustre. Before the piece is finished
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Elixir in Weimaraner & Ocean Blue, glass & gold sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold lustre. Before the piece is finished
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Elixir in Weimaraner & Olive Green, glass & gold sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold lustre. Before the piece is finished
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Elixir in Weimaraner & Sunset Yellow, glass & gold artwork by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold lustre. Before the piece is finished
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Elixir in Weimaraner & Sunset Orange, glass & gold artwork by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold lustre. Before the piece is finished
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
By Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
name. In fact, the lamp is switched on and off by turning the sheet metal lampshade, inextricably
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
H 21.66 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Ore in Salmon & Grey, a Unique Glass & Gold Sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
contains a multitude of fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold luster. Before
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
By Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
name. In fact, the lamp is switched on and off by turning the sheet metal lampshade, inextricably
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
Nendo Table Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold by Oluce
H 21.66 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Ore in Grey and Navy, a Unique Glass & Gold Sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
multitude of fine white canes of glass, some of which have been coated in gold luster. Before the piece is
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Gold

Lace - Napkin ring with organic texture in brass with gold finish
Located in Porto, PT
your guests and turning ordinary moments into extraordinary ones.
Category

2010s Portuguese Tableware

Materials

Brass

Minimalist 6 Light Chandelier Gold Black Marble Handmade by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Porto, PT
About Minimalist 6 Light Chandelier Gold Black Marble Handmade by Formaminima Lamp/One Black
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Marble, Brass

Folia - wall lamp; wall lighting; gold lighting; brass lamp; organic design;
Located in Porto, PT
. Illuminate your space with the Folia Wall Lamp, where each detail is a brushstroke of elegance, turning your
Category

2010s Portuguese Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Nendo Floor Lamp 'Switch' Satin Gold Edition by Oluce
By Oluce, Nendo
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
’, hence its name. In fact, the lamp is switched on and off by turning the sheet metal lampshade
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

"Flight" Contemporary Dining Table 280 Double Silvered Glass Top gold Glass Legs
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
, Sabrina Landini tables reinterpret our legendary links into head-turning design accents Glass surfaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Fornasetti Themes & Variations Gold Plate, Tema E Variazioni, Pattern Number 96
By Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Fornasetti Themes & Variations gold plate, butterfly, Tema E Variazioni, Pattern number 96
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Fornasetti Themes & Variations Gold Plate, Tema E Variazioni, Pattern Number 34
By Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Fornasetti Themes & Variations Gold Plate, Tema E Variazioni, Pattern Number 34, Atelier
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Ore in Amber & Ecru with Gold, a Glass Sculpture by Enemark & Thompson
By Enemark & Thompson
Located in London, GB
'Ore in Amber & Ecru with Gold' is a unique handblown and sculpted glass artwork by the Danish and
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Luster, Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Italian Antiques Louis XIV Urn Lacquer and Gilt Vases
Located in Firenze, IT
majestic splendor of the 17th and 18th century furnishings. The water gold leaves gilding is simply
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Urns

Materials

Gold Leaf

Surrealist design Rinocerontico door handle by Salvador Dalí polished cast brass
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oscar Tusquets, set themselves the task of turning the furniture Dalí had drawn for Jean-Michel Frank
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

18th Century, Japanese Edo Period Lacquer & Chain Mail Suit of Samurai Armor
Located in Atlanta, GA
the visual impact, turning the act of donning this armor into a ceremonial experience. For the
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Contemporary Bronze Coffee Table by Pierre Salagnac
By Pierre Salagnac
Located in London, GB
age-old craft of working bronze into beautiful artifacts: mounting, turning, and chiseling. After
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail ...

Materials

Bronze

Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
Located in Delft, NL
green color and the ornaments are gold plated. The switch is located at the top of the lamp at the
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Contemporary High Polish Bronze Coffee Table by Pierre Salagnac
By Pierre Salagnac
Located in London, GB
skills that make up the age-old Craft of working bronze into beautiful artefacts: mounting, turning, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vienna Secession Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
dome shade supported by four square uprights turning into legs with spade-form feet and a circular base
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Vienna Secession Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair 17th C. Italian Bronze Prickets or Candleholders
Located in Pasadena, CA
pair features a rich natural patina, boldly cast turning and stepped cast base. Over their nearly 350
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Bronze "La Renommée" 'Fame' by Alexandre Falguiere & Susse
By Susse Freres, Jean Alexandre Joseph Falguière 1
Located in Shippensburg, PA
- note, the trumpet will be shipped unscrewed from the figure and must be reinstalled by turning onto
Category

Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Battle of Trafalgar Bicentennial Silver-Gilt Casket
By Ian Calvert
Located in New Orleans, LA
portrait of General Horatio Nelson, exquisitely rendered on 18K gold by Gillie Hoyte Byrom. Turning the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Other Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold, Silver

Astronomici Teapot
By Fornasetti
Located in Milan, IT
Refined zodiac motifs cover this elegant hand-decorated porcelain teapot with gold accents, turning
Category

2010s Italian Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Astronomici Teapot
H 10.83 in W 6.3 in D 4.93 in
Golden Lamp #2 by Itamar Harari
By Bragagnolo Argenti
Located in Milan, IT
the base, elevating the piece's luxurious satin gold finish. The lamp features a pressure sensor
Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Golden Lamp #2 by Itamar Harari
Golden Lamp #2 by Itamar Harari
H 14.18 in W 4.93 in D 4.93 in
21st Century Coloma Bedside Table Grey kendzo Brass Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
reflects our inspiration in the gold rush and consequently Coloma, where the whole story started. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Candle Stands

Materials

Brass

21st Century Santos Suspension Lamp Brass by Creativemary
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
factories, now transformed in Portuguese schools in the creative field. The matte and gold plated brass
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

21st Century Coloma TV Unit American Walnut Grey Kenzo Marble
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Coloma, in California, is renowned for being the scene where James W. Marshall first found gold in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

21st Century Karim Rashid Centerpiece Container Murano Glass Ocean Blue
By Purho Murano, Karim Rashid
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
also have different uses, whether aesthetic, acting as a stunning centerpiece, or functional, turning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Karim Rashid Kountess Centerpiece Container Murano Glass Honey
By Purho Murano, Karim Rashid
Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT
also have different uses, whether aesthetic, acting as a stunning centerpiece, or functional, turning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Murano Glass

Black and White Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
: Polished Gold Plated - Upholstery: Natté White - Straps: Gemini Black All Myface materials are from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Labradorite Hinged Box, 4.25"
Located in New York, NY
peacock blue, gold, and sometimes even purple, depending on the angle of light. This semi-precious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone

Labradorite Hinged Box, 4.25"
Labradorite Hinged Box, 4.25"
H 1.5 in W 3.5 in D 4.25 in
Femme Piquée Skateboard Deck by Kehinde Wiley
By Kehinde Wiley
Located in Jersey City, NJ
central figure, clad in blue jeans, an orange hoodie, and a gold chain, reclines on a linen-clothed table
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Art

Materials

Maple

Rock Stool, Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
upholstery work in velvet involves this unique creation with irregular shapes, turning its original sharp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Velvet

Modern Outdoor Hanging Sofa made of Stainless Steel with Waterproof Sunbrella
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
structure: - Structure: black lacquer stainless steel; - Metallic details: gold-plated stainless steel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-century Modern Smoked Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1970s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Palermo, PA
Murano art glass, it boasts 40 meticulously arranged faceted pendants adorning a lustrous gold-coated
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

White Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa with Brown Leather Details
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Grey Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Grey Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
Grey Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
H 78.75 in W 70.08 in D 32.29 in
Black Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Black Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
H 78.75 in W 70.08 in D 32.29 in
Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
H 78.75 in W 70.08 in D 32.29 in
original, art deco, bold, modern, dining chairs, occasional chairs - Vorago
By Sara Hayat Design
Located in Greenwood Village, CO
elegance. Gold painted accents add a touch of glamour to this already striking masterpiece. Elevate your
Category

2010s Pakistani Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Paint

Copper-Plated Stainless Steel and White Marble Outdoor Coffee Table
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
exclusive outdoor lounge, turning it into a more serene yet luxurious space where you can enjoy peaceful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern Outdoor Swing in Stainless Steel Frame, Acrylic Canopy, and Clear Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
of turning it into the main attraction and star of any patio or garden design. The whole design of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ceramic Vessel Sculptures: Biomorphic, Ceramic Organic Shapes
Located in Hermosa Beach, CA
. They have been glazed and fired three times with gold lustre accents. This ceramic piece took a few
Category

2010s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Brown Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
; - Metallic details: gold plated stainless steel; - Upholstery: beige acrylic fabric; - Straps: western
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
thrower at Gustavsberg was a major turning point in his career. Working with Kåge and subsequently Stig
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Berndt Friberg, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Gustavsberg, Berndt Friberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
thrower at Gustavsberg was a major turning point in his career. Working with Kåge and subsequently Stig
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Stoneware

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    A turn screw is a device used for turning screws. It may be a screwdriver or a wrench that can be used to drive and remove slotted screws. Find a collection of antique and vintage turn screws on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Some of the best woods for turning include birch, ash, maple and walnut usually because they can turn quite well. Oak can be good for turning if you take time on the drying process, as oak will sometimes check or crack.
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    Bobbin turned legs, sometimes called spool furniture, feature lathe-turned ornamental knobs that looked like bobbins or spools. Picture a series of circles or knots placed upon one another to form a leg. This was very popular on furniture from the late 17th century. Shop a collection of 17th century furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    For bowl turning, you can use any of the best types of wood. But if you desire a more natural look, Maple, Cherry, and Black Walnut are good choices. They are all of the highest grades, with a lovely grain. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage wooden turning bowls.
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    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, white sapphires can turn cloudy. The discoloration develops when oil and dirt builds up on the surface of a sapphire. You can reduce the risk of this occurring by cleaning your sapphire regularly. Consult the care instructions provided with your jewelry to find out which cleaning products to use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of white sapphire jewelry.
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    How long it takes to turn a wood bowl varies. Depending on the size and complexity of the bowl, a woodworker may need 15 minutes to several hours to get the job done. In addition to turning the wood, a craftsman must prepare and dry the wood and sand and finish the piece. The entire crafting process is lengthy, often taking one or more years. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wood bowls.
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    Most Rolex watches need 650 turns per day to stay wound. Turns per day (TPD) refers to the number of turns the internal rotor needs to make each day to keep the watch wound and tell time accurately. For the majority of Rolex watches a Perpetual rotor uses your body’s movements to set the TPD, meaning the wearer doesn’t have to worry about winding the watch as long as it’s worn regularly. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, rose gold contains real gold. Rose gold is a material composed of gold mixed with copper and silver alloys. A common rose gold annoy is 75% gold and 25% copper, or 18k gold. Since it is an alloy, pure rose gold is non-existent.
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    Yes, gold leaf contains real gold. Gold leaf is approximately 91.7% pure gold.
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    Yes, yellow gold contains real gold. The makeup of yellow gold is pure gold mixed with alloys. The karatage of yellow gold determines the amount of pure gold.
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    Yes, 19 karat gold is real gold and is made of 19 parts gold and five parts other metals. 19 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. You’ll find a wide variety of 19 karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
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    Whether or not gold watches are real gold depends on the timepiece. Some gold watches simply have a gold-toned finish and contain no real gold. Others feature a thin layer of gold plating over top of other precious metals. Luxury watch makers often use 18-karat gold, an alloy that is 75 percent real gold and 25 percent other metals. Find a large selection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
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    A gold Rolex Submariner is crafted to the same standard as all Rolex gold watches. Each watch is made from 18 karat gold that is at least 75 percent pure gold, with the other 25 percent being materials used to increase the strength of the watch. Browse a selection of Rolex watches, including the Submariner, on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    Yes, Mariner gold is indeed real gold. Depending on the style, Mariner designs are either 10 karat or 14 karat, and come in a range of colors like white gold and yellow gold. Shop a collection of Mariner gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.