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What is the difference between a goldsmith and a jeweler?

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What is the difference between a goldsmith and a jeweler?
The difference between a goldsmith and a jeweler comes down to each type of artisan. Goldsmiths work exclusively with gold, producing jewelry out of the precious metal. Jewelers also craft jewelry, but they may use a variety of metals, including gold, silver, platinum and titanium. Some people also use the term jeweler to describe people who sell jewelry, even if they don't craft the pieces they sell themselves. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of jewelry.
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AVON signed vintage gold tone enamel ship nautical designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed AVON • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 59 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Brooches

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond Snake Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1903
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 This stunning antique ring showcases a beautifully crafted single-headed snake design, elegantly coiling around the fi...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Flower Brooch 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Italian Floral Brooch with Blue Sapphires – ca. 1970 A beautifully sculptural vintage Italian brooch, masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and designed as a fully ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Diamond Seed Pearl 3 Cat Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cat Brooch 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Art Nouveau brooch, crafted from rich 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece feat...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 12.30 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Cut Sapphire 24k Rose Gold Pl Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is a Baguette cut Aquamarine and is 12.30 carats. It measures 16 x 12.2 mm and is flanked by 3 diam...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 24k Gold

TIFFANY Co. Platinum Diamond Flower Ring 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Flower Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Weight: 4.40 grams Diamond: 7 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .50 approx. Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. PT...
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2010s American Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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