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Henry Ryan MacGinnis, Tiger Lillies, Oil on Canvas, 1930 s
By Henry Ryan MacGinnis
Located in Doylestown, PA
framed in a 22K gold reproduction frame. Additional shipping options and quotes by the seller directly
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Essex River
By West Fraser
Located in Charleston, SC
work comes in a gorgeous, hand-gilded, 22K Gold and museum quality frame. Please contact the gallery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

John Folinsbee, Delaware River Lambertville, NJ, ca. 1930, Signed
By John Fulton Folinsbee
Located in Doylestown, PA
on canvas, 16" x 20" in size, framed in a 22k gold reproduction frame, and it is signed "John
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Sands of Time
By West Fraser
Located in Charleston, SC
painting was done on Ossabaw Island, GA. This work comes in a gorgeous, hand-gilded, 22K gold and museum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Patio (aka Crotona)
By Nell Brooker Mayhew
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
, with hand chiseled hardwood sides water gilded 22K gold elements and museum glass. FRAMED DIMENSIONS
Category

1910s Symbolist Landscape Paintings

Spring
By Nell Brooker Mayhew
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
gilded 22K gold elements. FRAMED DIMENSIONS ARE 13.5” TALL x 11.5” WIDE x 1.25” DEEP (34.3cm TALL x
Category

1910s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Archival Ink, Oil

Santa Barbara s Channel Islands - Deep Blue Pacific
By Lockwood de Forest
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
water gilded 22K gold Carleton Kirkegaard “de Forest” frame. FRAMED DIMENSIONS ARE 15.5” TALL x 20
Category

1910s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

William Stanley Haseltine, Narragansett Bay, Newport, RI, Oil on Canvas, 1865
By William Stanley Haseltine
Located in Doylestown, PA
monogrammed "WSH" on the lower right. It is framed in a handcrafted, 22K gold reproduction frame. Additional
Category

19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lumberville in Winter, Pennsylvania Impressionist Snow Landscape
By Laurence A. Campbell
Located in Doylestown, PA
technique. It is signed in the lower left and titled en verso. Framed in an original, 22k gold, reproduction
Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Bathing by the Big Rock, American Impressionist Landscape and Beach Scene
By Martha Walter
Located in Doylestown, PA
18 oil on board is framed in a 22K gold reproduction frame and is signed "Martha Walter" in the top
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Joy of Spring, American Impressionist Landscape, Farm Scene, Oil on Canvas
By Albert Van Nesse Greene
Located in Doylestown, PA
painter Albert Van Nesse Greene. The painting is a 18.25" x 22.25" oil on canvas, framed in a 22K gold
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Winter Fishermen, American Impressionist Snowy Landscape by the River
By Albert Van Nesse Greene
Located in Doylestown, PA
board, framed in a 22k gold reproduction, hand-carved frame, and signed "A V Greene" in the lower right
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Collegeville Farm, Regional Landscape by Romantic Realist, Pennsylvania painter
By Walter Stuempfig
Located in Doylestown, PA
, Pennsylvania. The oil on canvas is framed in a stunning, 22k gold, handcrafted frame. The artwork is signed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Winter Quarry River House, American Impressionist Snowy Landscape, Oil on Canvas
By Albert Van Nesse Greene
Located in Doylestown, PA
22K gold reproduction frame, and signed in the lower left. Provenance: Private Collection, Doylestown
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Spring Path, American Impressionist Landscape, Oil on Canvas
By Albert Van Nesse Greene
Located in Doylestown, PA
American painter Albert Van Nesse Greene. The painting is a 16" x 20" oil on canvas, framed in a 22K gold
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Rocks or Old Fashion Glasses with 22 Karat Gold Framed Aqua Hexagons
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage old fashion or rocks glasses with a double row of 22k gold framed aqua hexagons on clear
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Linda Farrow Gold Plated Cat Eye Sunglasses
By Linda Farrow
Located in London, GB
Linda Farrow Gold Plated Cat Eye Sunglasses 18k-22k gold frames. Additional information: Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses

A Signed Picasso Collotype in Original 22K Gold Gilt Frame
Located in Palm Desert, CA
and 22k gold frame. The original bronze hangs in the atrium of the Musee' Picasso in Paris.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Prints

2.54Ct Diamond and 22k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant - Vintage Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with a smaller modern brilliant round cut diamond. The 22k gold frame and ring loop are
Category

Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K GOLD LEAF SUNBURST MIRROR
Located in Los Angeles, CA
HAND CARVED ROUND SUNBURST MIRROR WITH 22K GOLD LEAF.
Category

20th Century American Picture Frames

Materials

Gold Leaf

Carved Headboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning custom burlap upholstered headboard with 19th century 22K giltwood architectural piece
Category

Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

22k Gold

Vintage 22K Liberty 1/10oz Coin in 14K Yellow Gold Frame Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 22K Liberty 1/10oz Coin in 14K Yellow Gold Frame Ring One 2000 $5 United States Liberty
Category

Early 2000s American Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Romania Handmade Photo Frame, " 22K Gold Leaf Photo Wood 4x6inch Frame
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Deep Violet Blue Australian Opal Doublet Framed 22k Gold Ring, Petra Class
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
bezel-set and double-framed in the artist's signature finely-textured 22k yellow gold atop a 4mm wide
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Handmade Photo Frame, " 22K Gold Leaf Wood 8 x 10 in Frame
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Romanian Handmade Photo Frame, " 22K Gold Leaf Wood 5 x 7 in Frame
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " 8 x 10 in Frame Handmade in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 4 x 6 in Frame created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 5 x 7 in Frame created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood UF5 Plexiglass created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage Silver Ancient Coin W/ 22k Yellow Gold Wheat Bead Design Frame Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Silver Coin w/ 22k Yellow Gold Frame & Bail Total Weight: 13.66 Grams Width: 28mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 8 x 10 created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 4 x 6 in created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 5 x 7 in created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 8 x 10 in created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 5 x 7 in created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Handmade 22K Gold Leaf Photo Frame, " Wood 8 x 10 in created in Romania
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This photo frame was hand-made in Romania and features 22K gold leafing. It is made out of wood and
Category

2010s Other Art Style More Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

1910 2.50 dollar Indian Head 22k Gold Coin Pendant with 14k Yellow Gold Bezel
Located in beverly hills, CA
The pendant showcases the 1910 2.50 dollar Indian Head gold coin, containing approximately 22K gold
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Carolyn Tyler Corinna Choker White Pearl and Red Coral Necklace in 22k Gold
By Carolyn Tyler
Located in Austin, TX
gold frame. 14 inches long. Stamped: 22K C.Tyler INDONESIA. Scratchmark: 4841. Weight 94.39 grams
Category

Early 2000s Indonesian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 22k Gold

TREASURE DOUBLOON 1645 Spanish Gold 2 Escudos Pendant Framed In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
heavy and bold custom-made frame, masterfully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high
Category

Antique 1640s Spanish Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage Gold Krugerrand Coin Rope Chain Frame Pendant w/ 14k Curb Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
A great way to wear one of the worlds most recognized gold coins. Classic and solid chain and frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage Rare Alain Mikli AM610 Seagull 22K Gold Plated France Sunglasses 1989
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Seldom Vintage Rare Alain Mikli AM 610 22k gold plated frame. Full gold mirror lenses. Please
Category

1980s French Sunglasses

1945 Dos Pesos Gold Coin Pendant Necklace with Rope Diamond Cut Frame
Located in Sugar Land, TX
devouring a snake while atop a cactus Minted: Mexico City Year: 1945 Coin Metal: .900 (90% gold, 10% copper
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Cartier Vintage 22K Gold Plated Louis Vendome LC Decor 53/20 Eyeglasses
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
. 22K Gold plated frame. No lenses. They will come with its original CARTIER red case. Made in France
Category

1980s French Sunglasses

Petra Class Fiery Rainbow Ethiopian White Opal Cabochon Framed Matte Gold Ring
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
carat Ethiopian opal cabochon bezel-set in the designer's signature finely-textured 22k yellow gold
Category

2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Jean Paul Gaultier 55 3177 22k Gold Plated Sunglasses 1990 s Japan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Jean Paul Gaultier small oval 22K gold plated frame. Spotless light mauve lenses that complete
Category

1990s Japanese Sunglasses

Opal Earrings, Tanzanite, Jennifer Kalled, 18 Karat, 22 Karat Gold
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
beautiful. The high carat gold, 22k and 18k, frames and holds the color like a perfect frame should. Sexy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 14k Gold

1989 American Eagle $5 Coin Ring, 14k and 22 Karat Gold 1/10 oz. Nugget Texture
Located in Greensboro, NC
, this ring showcases an authentic 1989 American Eagle $5 coin, which contains 1/10 ounce of 22k gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Ring 22 Karat 18 Karat 14 Karat Gold Jennifer Kalled
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
of purples, does just that, captures you. The high carat gold of 22k & 18k gold frames and enhances
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Certified Convertible Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings in White Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
with a 22k yellow gold rope-work frame jacket which is perfectly measured to simply click shut around
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Framed Metallic Appliqued Black Velvet C. 1700 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning gold metallic appliqued black velvet textile framed in finely carved 22K gold leaf frame
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Quilts and Blankets

Jennifer Kalled Opal Earring Amethyst Tanzanite 22 Karat 18 Karat SS
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
bring a translucent quality to the opaque boulder opals. 22k and 18k gold framing and elements, 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan More Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Ankh Pendant
By Nebu jewelry by Youmna Elsabry
Located in Plano, TX
-Available -Handmade -One of a kind -22K Gold Filigree wire -18K Gold Frame - Sleeping Beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Four Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Style Rocks Glasses in 22 Karat Gold by Culver
By Culver Ltd.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Four mid-century modern rocks glasses by Culver, LTD. with rectangular panels of 22k gold, having
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

A Knot in the String
Located in Indianapolis, IN
Fine 22K gold gilt frame.
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Summer Idyll" Oil Painting
By Michael J. Lynch
Located in Denver, CO
fine quality picture frames in 22k gold and in hardwood and veneer.
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

“Looking out to Sea”
Located in Southampton, NY
handmade 22k gold leaf over carved wood frame in fine condition. Overall framed measurements are 26.75 by
Category

1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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22k Gold Frame For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 22k gold frame you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. There are many Contemporary, Art Deco and Modern versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for a 22k gold frame may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right 22k gold frame is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes black, gold, brown and gray. There have been many interesting 22k gold frame examples over the years, but those made by Patrick Rubinstein, Francie Hester, Francisco Larios and Frederick Harer are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in gold leaf, gold and metal can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a 22k Gold Frame?

A 22k gold frame can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $500, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $42,000.
Questions About 22k Gold Frame
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 22k gold is not too soft for jewelry, but it’s considered too soft for everyday wear. You may find some special pieces that are made of 22k gold or that have 22k gold in them, especially antique jewelry, but regular wear will quickly cause 22k gold to become misshapen and scratched. Shop a collection of 22k gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Twenty-two karat gold denotes that more than 91 percent of the metal is gold. Other metals are present to render the texture of the gold more durable. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between 24K gold and 18K gold is how much pure gold the metals contain. Something made of 24-karat gold is 99.9% pure gold, while 18-karat gold items are 75% gold and 25% alloy metals. Generally, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant due to the presence of alloy metals. On the other hand, 24-karat gold tends to be more richly colored and expensive. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    24k gold is pure gold. Pure gold means 24 out of the 24 karats of an item are gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The term 14K gold, or 14-karat gold, refers to a type of gold alloy. The term alloy means a metal made of two or more base metals. In the case of 14-karat gold, 58.5% of the content is pure gold, and the remaining 41.5% is alloy metal. Due to the strength of the metal, many jewelry makers use 14-karat gold in their pieces. Find a wide variety of 14-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between 14K gold and 14K Italian gold is the place of production. Both types of jewelry feature 14-karat gold, an alloy that is 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy metals. However, Italian gold pieces come specifically from artisans, workshops and factories located in Italy. You can find 14-karat gold made in many other countries. Shop a diverse assortment of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    21K gold does not rust or tarnish. This highly-desirable metal resists oxygen, meaning that it does not easily rust or tarnish. This is part of the reason that gold is such a popular metal for jewelry. Shop a collection of 21k jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    10K Italy gold is a type of genuine gold produced in a particular place. If you see a piece stamped "Italy," it indicates that an Italian artisan or brand produced the jewelry. 10K refers to the composition of the precious metal. Pieces that bear the marking are 41.7 percent pure gold and 58.3 percent metal alloy. Shop a large selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Krugerrand coin is not 24 karat gold but rather a 22 karat gold coin. The other two parts of the coin are a copper alloy used to increase the coin’s durability, scratch resistance and give the coin a slightly orange-gold hue. Shop a wide selection of collectible Krugerrand coins on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, 10k gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. Instead, 10-karat gold is an alloy that is 41.7% gold and 58.3% base metal. Its content makes 10K gold a strong, durable material and generally allows pieces produced from it to be sold at lower price points than those crafted out of 14- and 18-karat gold. Shop a wide variety of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 10k gold is good. Its strongest selling point is its durability. Because it consists primarily of alloy metals, 10-karat gold is highly resistant to wear and tear. However, its value is less than alloys that contain more pure gold, like 14-karat and 18-karat varieties. Its color also typically isn't as rich as alternatives that feature more pure gold. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 25K gold is likely not real gold. The highest gold purity is 24K, which indicates that an item is pure gold. Counterfeiters may mark gold items 25K mistakenly or as a way of claiming their jewelry is more valuable than 24K. However, 25K gold doesn't really exist. Find a wide range of expertly vetted gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, 12K gold is real, but that doesn't mean that the material is pure gold. 12K gold is actually an alloy that is 50% pure gold and 50% other metals. The resulting alloy is highly durable and resistant to scratching and fading. Its hardness makes it difficult to shape into rings, so most 12K gold jewelry consists of necklaces and earrings. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of gold jewelry.