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What is the difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing?

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What is the difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing?
The difference between goldsmithing and silversmithing is in the materials used by artisans. Goldsmithing is the process of shaping the precious metal gold into items, and most goldsmiths specialize in crafting jewelry. On the other hand, silversmithing involves making jewelry, tableware and other items out of the precious metal silver. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold and silver jewelry and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Emerald and Rose Diamond Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 An elegant late Victorian ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, centring a vibrant emerald of approximately 1.20 carats. The cushion-...
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian diamond daisy ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and platinum. The ring features a beautiful dai...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14K Gold 0.27 ct. tw. Hammered Cuff Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte and Hammer-Finished Cuff Ring, Accented with 0.27 Carats of Burnish Set Diamonds
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks Golf Balls Numbered
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional Authentic Hermès Cufflinks Golf Balls Shaped Made of 18K yellow gold (750/1000) "HERMÈS" / Eagle (for Gold) and craftsman's hallmarks engraved on each cufflink Serial...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold

18K Rose Gold 0.73ct Mahenge Pink Spinel Sleek Bezel Set Solitaire Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
For those who loves all pink! A luminous celebration of color and craftsmanship, this solitaire ring features a vivid Mahenge pink spinel—renowned for its rare saturation and natura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Italian Designed 14k Yellow Gold Chubby Architectural Style Ring Size 6
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful and unique ring!! It is pre-owned but as you can tell from the photos it has very minimal signs of wear and is in excellent condition. It is stamped "Italy 14k". ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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