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Antique Indian Mughal 22 Karat Gold Topaz Pearl Necklace Enamel Bridal Wedding
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Indian Mughal Jeweled Pendant in 22 Karat Gold set with gorgeous Topaz
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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Indian Mughal Court Jeweled Necklace 21Kt Gold 32.55 Cts Diamonds Emerald Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Mughal Court jeweled necklace. Designed in India around the 1940's in the old Mughal
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Vintage 1940s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Massive High Karat Indian Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Massive Indian Ring - Moghul Style set with Tigers marauding Wildlife. Size 9
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Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Handmade High Karat Granulated Chain
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made 22kt Yellow Gold chain in an Orientalizing Style. A combination of pure simplicity
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Vintage 1980s Indian Chain Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

22 Karat Gold Nine Precious Gems Cocktail Ring with Blue Enamel Work
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Nine Precious Gems Cocktail Ring with Blue Enamel Work This immaculate antiquated
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Early 2000s Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...

Diamond Emerald 22 Karat Drop Earrings with Indian Kundan Enamel Work, Mid-1900s
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of 22K gold earrings with rosecut diamonds and tumbled Columbian emerald drops. Green enamel
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Mid-20th Century Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold

Indian Diamond and Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
"makara" rose cut diamond bangle bracelet. Emeralds & diamonds set in 22K Gold. Carved floral design
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Vintage 1970s Indian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Enamel

Dramatic Rebecca Koven Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By Rebecca Koven
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Sliced Orange Tourmaline ring, antique Rose Cut, set in heavy yellow gold Bezel and
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20th Century Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Indian Rock Crystal Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indian necklace in yellow gold with rock crystal, pink tourmalines, amethysts, diamonds and onyx
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Vintage 1960s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Off Platform Private Sale
Located in Austin, TX
stunning amulet box is crafted of 22k gold, featuring high relief designs of yoni and lingam, as well as
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Sapphire Diamond Micro Dome Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds 0.16 carats. - Set in 22 karat gold overlay silver. - Size 7, resizable.
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2010s Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 22k Gold

22 Karat Diamond and Ruby Indian Pendant 1.50 Ct Necklace 33.60 grams
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
-shaped pendant. The total weight of gold is 33.6 g. Diamonds: 24 natural diamonds that are marquee
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20th Century Indian Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond Triple Drop Post Style Earrings
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rose Earrings - Just in time for the Fall/Winter social scene, triple drop earrings in a delectable confection of pink sapphires surrounded by diamonds in rhodium silver is the swe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodium

19th Century South Indian Gemstone Cluster Ring Emerald Rubies Diamond
Located in London, GB
country. UK size Q 1/2, US size 8 1/2 12.46g, tested as 22K-24K gold
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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

Antique Indian Tikka Pendant Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Multicolored gemstone and high carat yellow gold pendant. The crescent moon-shaped pendant inlaid
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Antique Late 18th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

GIA Certified 40 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 40 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Tennis Bracelet, crafted in 18K gold. A
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Agate Peony Large Earrings - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Length • Carnelian Agate Beads 25mm x 25mm, Semi-precious Stone, From India • 22K Gold Plated Sterling
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2010s Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Pink Agate Peony Earrings II - By Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Height • Carnelian Agate Beads 18mm x 15mm, Semi-precious Stone, From India • 22K Gold Vermeil Hoop
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2010s Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Vermeil

Gold ear pendants, GINTLI, India, Andhra Pradesh, ca 1900
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A pair of gold ear pendants, GINTILI with JHIMKi, consisting of a small top, and suspended dome
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Early 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 22k Gold

Emeralds, Tourmaline, Aquamarine Charm Bracelet with Enamel Handmade in 22K Gold
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
enchanting bracelet by Agaro Jewels features a handmade link chain in their signature hand polished 22K gold
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2010s Indian Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Enamel

22k Gold Emerald, Diamond Green Enamel Reversible Girandole Earrings by Agaro
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
! Introducing the exquisite 22K Gold Handmade Girandole Style Dangle Earrings, where an aura of intrigue and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

22K Gold Initial R Orange Floral Enamel Reversible Charm Handmade by Agaro
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
was produced in these Mughal courts was always made using gold at its very purest (22K and higher
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

22K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Blue Floral Enamel Pendant Necklace Handmade by Agaro
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
courts was always made using gold at its very purest (22K and higher), delicately wrought and brilliantly
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

A pair of gold bracelets, BAJU BAND, India, Benares, 19th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A pair of gold BAJU BAND, the rectangular centre piece a square plaque, kundan set with rock
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Antique 19th Century Indian More Bracelets

Materials

Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, 22k Gold

1.64 Carat Emerald and Enamel Stud Earrings in 22K Gold Handmade by Agaro Jewels
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
the sophistication of modern style. 22K gold, 1.64 carat emeralds set in 24K gold, and vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Enamel

A Pair of Antique Gold Dowry Earrings
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Gold Leaf Earrings. Porbandar, Saurashtra, Gujarat India 19th/20th
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Indian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Opal gold Greek Ring
By Pippa Small
Located in London, GB
This classic Pippa Small design, inspired by the simplicity of Ancient Greek Gold work, features an
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2010s Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold

Opal gold Greek Ring
By Pippa Small
Located in London, GB
This classic Pippa Small design, inspired by the simplicity of Ancient Greek Gold work, features an
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2010s Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold

Uncut Crystal Tibetan Gold Ring
By Pippa Small
Located in London, GB
Inspired by an old Gold and Turquoise ring which Pippa bought in Tibet many years ago, the Tibetan
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2010s Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Crystal, 22k Gold

Gold Leaf Wreath Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A 22kt yellow gold necklace composed of handmade 22kt yellow gold leaves and a handmade 18kt yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Leaf Wreath Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A 22kt yellow gold necklace composed of handmade 22kt yellow gold leaves and a handmade 18kt yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, 18k Gold

Indian Tourmaline Gold Fish Pendant Mid 20th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A gold pendant, in the shape of a fish, the front is set with one large carved piece of pink
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Mid-20th Century Indian Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Vintage 22 Karat Gold Mogul Style Dangle Earrings with Red and Blue Enamel
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
22K yellow gold enamel Mogul style dangle earrings with vibrant blue and red enameling
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Vintage 1980s Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A 22kt gold and ruby pendant. This pendant was converted from an antique Indian bead, believed to
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Indian Churin Enamel Sapphire Gold Bangle Bracelets Early 20th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A pair of gold bangles, CHURIN, of which the outer side is decorated with dark blue, Nil Zamin
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Early 20th Century Indian Bangles

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold

Contemporary Mughal Style Diamond, Enamel and Gold Pendant
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Beautifully handcrafted Indian 22 karat yellow gold pendant. Fashioned in a Mughal style, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Diamond Sterling Silver Gold Floral Rope Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A necklace composed of 17 graduated 22kt yellow gold repousse floral beads and 18 rhodium plated
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

22 Karat Yellow Gold Detachable Necklace with 18 Karat Gold Diamond Clasps
By Karsandas Lakhman Jhaveri
Located in Mumbai, IN
Beautiful detachable 22 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Clasps. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
shaped diamond on each ear. The diamonds total 2.25 carats and are set in 22 karat gold.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Indian Taviz Har Rock Crystal Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace 19th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A necklace, TAVIZ HAR, consisting of seven, gold pendants, TAVIZ. Each pendant is kundan set with
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Antique 19th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold

15th Century Technique, 22 Karat Classic Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in London, W1U 2JG
…. Set on pure 22kt gold, this hoop earring has been handcrafted using a 500 year old technique called
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold

Indian Karn Phul Jumkha Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Earpendants 19th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
gold. Pearls are hung from the JUMKHAs North India, 19th Century Tops mid 20th Century
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Antique 19th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold

Mughal Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel Bangle
Located in Lake Forest, IL
A 22 karat yellow gold, ruby, diamond, and enamel bangle style bracelet. Believed to be made in the
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Antique 18th Century Indian Georgian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

A Pair of Antique Royal Gold and Diamond Bangles (Kada)
Located in London, GB
A pair of gold and enamelled makara head bangles, each bangle set with table-cut diamonds around
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

22 Karat Gold Handmade Mangalsutra Necklace Indian Bridal Jewelry with Diamonds
Located in Gainesville, FL
22K Yellow Gold Handmade Mangalsutra Necklace Indian Bridal Jewelry w/Diamonds You are viewing a
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Mid-20th Century Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Indian Bale Jhabbedar Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Earpendants Early 20th Century
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A pair of ear pendants, BALE JHABBEDAR, consisting of an open worked gold floral top, kundan set
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Early 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold

22-Karat Gold Indian Pendant Necklace with Ruby Glass Bead
Located in Heath, MA
Traditional 22-karat gold pendant with rich tone, raised gold bead work and a ruby red glass
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold

23.5K Gold Diamond Floral Enamel Reversible Pendant Necklace Handmade by Agaro
By Agaro Jewels
Located in New York, NY
produced in these Mughal courts was always made using gold at its very purest (22K and higher), delicately
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Impressive Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York City, NY
enamel on a white ground, mounted in 22K gold.
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Indian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Chandelier 22Kt. Handmade Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Romantic 22kt. yellow gold dangle earrings with multiple tassles, measuring an impressive 3 3/4
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Vintage 1960s Indian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

An Important and Rare Diamond and Colombian Emerald Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Diamond and Colombian Emerald Necklace
Hyderabad. 19th Century.
Emerald: 6.5 carats
44 Diamonds: Approximately 30 carats.


$70,000
...
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Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 22k Gold

An Antique Ruby and Diamond Dancer s Hair Ornament (Rakodi)
Located in London, GB
symbolise the sun. They are worn by the classical dancers of the south of India.
Category

Indian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 22k Gold

Opal Greek Ring
By Pippa Small
Located in London, GB
This classic Pippa Small design, inspired by the simplicity of Ancient Greek Gold work, features an
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold

An Antique Deccan Double-Sided Bangle Set with Rubies
Located in London, GB
Fine Indian ruby pearl gold bangle
Category

Indian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

Malika Aqua Tibetan Ring
By Pippa Small
Located in London, GB
colour are quiet stunning. Set in 22kt gold in a Tibetan ring setting.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 22k Gold

A Pair of Antique Ruby and Emerald Jhumka (Earrings)
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Ruby and Emerald Jhumka (Earrings) 22kt gold rubies pearls emeralds
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20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, 22k Gold

A Rare Pair of Antique Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Diamond Drop Earrings. Lucknow, India 19th Century
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

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22k Gold India For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 22k gold india you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 22k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 17 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 22k gold india may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 22k gold india of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 6, is particularly popular. An antique cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding a 22k gold india for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 22k Gold India?

On average, a 22k gold india at 1stDibs sells for $3,186, while they’re typically $985 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 22k Gold India
  • 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
    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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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
    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.