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19th Century Diamond Bead Set Heart Locket
Located in Houston, TX
Incredible 19th century diamond bead set heart locket with diamond bale
Silver and gold mounting
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Italian Cut-Glass Beaded Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely cut-glass six-arm chandelier festooned with beads from top to bottom and covering the gold
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Bronze
All My Ancestors
Red
Beaded Fringe Earrings
By Tiffany Vanderhoop
Located in Shrewsbury, MA
These earrings feature the Raven’s Tail weaving pattern ‘All my Ancestors’. Raven’s Tail is an ancient form of textile weaving practiced by the Indigenous Peoples of the Northwest co...
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Native American Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold-filled, Brass
All My Ancestors (blue) Beaded Fringe Earrings
By Tiffany Vanderhoop
Located in Shrewsbury, MA
These earrings feature the Raven’s Tail weaving pattern ‘All my Ancestors’. Raven’s Tail is an ancient form of textile weaving practiced by the Indigenous Peoples of the Northwest co...
Category
15th Century and Earlier North American Native American Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold-filled, Brass
Bead Dancers by Anne Graham, Enamel Paints and Shellac on Gold Foil Paper
Located in Bletchingley, Surrey
The bead dancers by Anne Graham is signed and dated 1974, made using enamel paints and shellac on
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Enamel
Empire 18-Karat Golden Purse Frame with Beaded Bag
By Goldsmith D.W.
Located in Werkendam, NL
Empire 18-karat golden purse frame with beaded bag.
Goldsmith D.W. from Sneek, The Netherlands
Category
1820s Dutch Empire Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold
Victorian Hand-Beaded Reticule Evening Bag 1870s
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is a Victorian gold-washed expandable hand-beaded reticule evening bag from around the
Category
1870s Antique Gold Beads
Antique Turquoise Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in DALLAS, TX
Antique Turquoise 18k Yellow Gold Pendant 5.0Dwt.
Category
19th Century Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Coral Cross Gold Necklace, Victorian Christian Necklace 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
decorated with coral beads. Each trio of pearls is linked by delicate braided gold chains. The cross is
Category
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Victorian era gold turquoise leaf flower brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
turquoise beads contrast beautifully with the 15k gold of the flower bar brooch, creating a harmonious blend
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Late 19th-Century Enameled Brooch with Diamonds by Falize
By Falize
Located in Chicago, IL
enameled decoration. In the central medallion with gold beaded border against a black background the
Category
1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Viennese Gilt-Bronze Crystal Beaded Basket Chandelier
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Antique Viennese gilt bronze six-light chandelier ormolu frame decorated with flower garland.
All arms in shape of flower buds carry bulbs. Basket is surrounded with suspended chain...
Category
1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Art Deco Smoky Quartz Diamond Gold Pendant Charm
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A beautiful Art Deco c.1920s Bead cut Smoky Quartz and Rose Cut Diamond pendant / Charm. The
Category
1920s European Art Deco Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 9CT Gold Pearl drop earrings
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Edwardian 9 carat Yellow Gold, Pearl and split Seed Pearl drop earrings with a hooks for
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Gold, Goldstone and Turquoise Ring, Late 1800
Located in Bologna, IT
converted into a ring. The head features a beautiful central orange goldstone, sets in a low-karat gold
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French antique Victorian 14k gold pearl flower bangle bracelet
Located in Versailles, FR
be seen in, we are very glad to offer you this beautiful 19th century 14k gold bangle.
Inspired by
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Squirrel Brooch Pearl Acorns in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
tree branch nibbling happily on white and silver pearl acorns. It’s all solid 18ct yellow gold with
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Antique Carved Jade Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Antique early 1900s Yellow Gold and Carved Jade charm pendant. An eye catching piece of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Jade, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18k Gold Enamel Pearl Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
Magnificent is the first word comes to mind when looking at this Edwardian era 18K solid gold
Category
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant.
The front of the locket
Category
19th Century French High Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18 and 22 karat Gold Fish Charm for protection
Located in Jerusalem, IL
karat gold safety pin.
this kind of charm is traditionally to place in the crib of a newborn baby.
It
Category
Early 20th Century Algerian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful little antique Victorian pendant/ brooch depicting a leafy, 18ct gold wreath
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Celtic Cross Bangle in 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
front decorated with five turquoise and a row of pearls at each side.
The band is crafted in 15ct gold
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Antique 14 Karat Gold, Diamond and Saphire Fob Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This lovely watch is in good working condition. Visible signs of ageing and wear with a bit of stain on the 9 o’clock enamel dial. The loop or metal ring is missing. There is a visib...
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold
Antique Edwardian Peridot Pearl Pendant in 15ct Gold, circa 1901-1915
Located in Kendal, GB
world. Combined with the sunny yellow gold and flowers the piece really does evoke the warmth and joy of
Category
19th Century European Edwardian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold
Antique Georgian Flat Cut Garnet Pearl Mourning Pendant in 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
gold and the window is framed by seed pearls, representing tears and twelve flat cut garnets, with a
Category
18th Century European Georgian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Flower Pendant 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
gallery has been modelled expertly in solid 18ct gold and is a wonderful, tiered design that rises toward
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Enamel Shamrock Pendant in 9ct Gold, circa 1880-1910
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Victorian pendant from the late 19th Century fashioned in 9ct gold with a domed
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Victorian Pearl Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
in 18ct gold and lined with glowing, natural seed pearls, simulating moonlight and a twinkling old
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Victorian Moonstone Amethyst Sapphire Insect Pendant in 15ct Gold, circa 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
condition and would look beautiful on the end of a gold chain.
Additional Information:
Material: Metal
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Amethyst, Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold
Late ‘800 Bourbon-Style 18 Kt Gold Earrings with Black Enamel and Micro-Pearls
Located in roma, IT
Bourbon-style earrings in 18 kt gold with black enamel and micro-pearls. The Bourbon style began
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique 18K gold blue sapphire natural pearl flowers locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful 18K gold, Victorian-era locket pendant, which features a lovely bouquet of
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910
Located in Kendal, GB
gold with a stylish black enamel border. It’s in excellent condition and complete with a locket on the
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold
Ancient Egyptian Green Jasper Scarab with Carnelian, Turquoise, Lapis, 20k Gold
Located in Bloomington, IN
beads. Each lapis lazuli bead is faced with a pair of 20k gold cylinder beads, forty in all. Each of the
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Carnelian, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold
Victorian Etruscan Revival Cultured Pearl Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Aurora, Ontario
are surrounded by cannetille work.
The pendant is made from 14 karat yellow gold and is in the
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K gold coral cameo brooch with ivy leaves and natural seed pearls
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare red coral cameo brooch mounted in 18K yellow gold, crafted during the Victorian era
Category
19th Century French High Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold and Diamonds with Touched of Purple Enamel Fob / Pocket Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique hand-winding pin set fob / pendant pocket watch is in good working condition and it is recently been serviced and runs well. Visible signs of ageing and wear w...
Category
1880s Swiss Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Ancient Double Stranded Choker of Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian, with 20k Gold Clasp
Located in Bloomington, IN
double drilled beads. The beading tips and hook and eye clasp are 20k gold.
The necklace is 16 inches
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Art Nouveau ivy brooch in 14k gold, ivy leaves, enamelled brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Nouveau ivy brooch in yellow gold 14 karats. A charming circular brooch entirely decorated with
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Ancient Egyptian Poppy Seed Pod Pendants with Gold, Lapis Lazuli, and Turquoise
Located in Bloomington, IN
Gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian beads, including fourteen carnelian poppy seed pod
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
Ancient Egyptian Carnelian Heart Pendant, Lapis, Turquoise, and 22k Gold Tubes
Located in Bloomington, IN
Sixty 22k gold tube beads alternating with thirty groupings of lapis lazuli, turquoise beads, and
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 22k Gold
Ancient Choker with Carnelian, Turquoise, Lapis, Agate, Quartz, and 20k Gold
Located in Bloomington, IN
with turquoise disc beads, eighteen gold tube beads faced with lapis lazuli beads, alternating with
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Turquoise, Gold
Antique Gold Pendant Necklace, Late 19th Century
Located in Bologna, IT
-karat gold, and they can be separeted.
MATERIALS
Low-karat gold and white beads
DIMENSIONS
Length of
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Black Enamel Onyx Gold Earrings
Located in Calabasas, CA
gold with a bead of onyx. One of a kind!
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Dome Gold Brooch
Located in Joelton, TN
intricately beaded and twisted gold, with a glass covered locket to the reverse, no assay marks, 3.5cm, 12.4g
Category
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 14 Karat Gold and Garntes Necklace, Early 20th Century
Located in Bologna, IT
garnets and a central white bead. The clasp is crafted in 14K gold as well.
The necklace is antique and
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal
Antique Georgian Mourning Pearl Snake Brooch with Window, circa 1800 – 1830
Located in Kendal, GB
, representing tears.
It's fashioned in 18ct gold and has been inscribed with a memorial inscription on the
Category
19th Century European Georgian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Ancient Achaemenid Gold Goat Head with a Needle
Located in Lugano, CH
recurved twisted horns are very fine worked out. The collar with spiral and filigree decoration in beaded
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Gold Beads
Materials
22k Gold
Important Exquisite Rare Antique Hardstone Gold
Enamel Cameo Brooch
Located in London, GB
yellow gold, although not hallmarked due to the age of the piece. It features a rope edge beaded gold
Category
1860s European Neoclassical Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Art Deco round diamond ring in gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
in beaded white gold forming a stylized flower adorned with 8 rose-cut diamonds. The elevated setting
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Flexible Coil Snake-Style Gold Filled Wrap Bracelet
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
= 2" x 2-1/2" diameter
There are Gold-filled beads at each end which measure 1/2" in diameter
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Gold-filled
Renaissance Reliquary Pendant with Pearl and Enameling
Located in Chicago, IL
RELIQUARY PENDANT WITH PEARL
Spain or Spanish Netherlands, c. 1620
Gold, rock crystal, enamel
Category
1620s Spanish Renaissance Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
14K Gold Eight Strand Malachite Diamond, Coral Collar Necklace- Stunning
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beads, 14 K.slide clasp- featuring a pair of carved coral roses surrounded by carved gold articulated
Category
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Gold Beads
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Brooch Ollivant and Botsford with Box
Located in Kendal, GB
same grand and elaborate fashion.
The piece is fashioned in 18ct gold and fitted with a pin on the
Category
1860s European Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Baroque Italian Glass Rosette Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
ITALIAN GLASS DECORATIVE RING
Italy, 17th century
Gold and foiled glass
Weight: 4.4 g
Category
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold
Antique Victorian Pearls Medusa Cameo Necklace Chocker
Located in London, GB
hair and around her neck are impressive. A wonderful gold frame surrounds the square cameo and a
Category
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold
Victorian Seed Pearl Floral Necklace
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
Dainty Victorian Seed Pearl Floral Necklace on chain. The necklace measures 14", but more chain can be added if necessary. This is a beautiful gift for a petite young lady.
It is s...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Beads
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
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Antique Gold Beads For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of antique gold beads available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 150 vintage editions and 55 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique gold beads to choose from, but Victorian and Art Deco antique gold beads are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Giulia Colussi, Karen Sugarman Designs and Marina J. are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Pearl versions, from our inventory of 58, are particularly popular. A selection of bead, round cut and antique cushion cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of antique gold beads, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Antique Gold Beads?
Prices for antique gold beads start at $195 and top out at $77,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,875.
Questions About Antique Gold Beads
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Identifying an antique bead is a careful art. First inspect the bead for any seams that could indicate it was molded in a contemporary fashion. Antique beads tend to have a larger center hole. Inspect the bead for signs of natural age. An expert can help you confirm the approximate age of your bead. Shop a range of antique beads from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if beads are real gold, you can try placing a magnet near them. If you observe an attraction, your beads are either gold-plated or crafted out of base metal, as solid gold alloys used to produce jewelry aren't usually magnetic. Hallmarks on a clasp may also help you identify real gold. Some makers will use the abbreviation “K” preceded by a number, such as “14K” or “18K,” to signify real gold. Others use a three-digit number representing the gold percentage in the alloy. For example, “585” indicates that a piece is 14-karat gold, while “750” indicates 18-karat gold. If you need further assistance identifying the material, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help. Shop a wide range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a beaded purse is an antique, first look at the frame. Antiques will usually have die-stamped frames, so you should be able to see the pattern on both sides of the metal. The frame is typically cast with newer bags, resulting in the pattern only being on one side. Next, examine the clasps. If your bag is antique, you should be able to detect a gap or seam where the maker soldered on the clasp, while a newer reproduction will frequently have a one-piece clasp and frame with no seams. Finally, look at the interior lining. Antique purses often have a ribbon sewn onto the seam where the lining meets the frame, but this detail will usually not be present on a reproduction. If you have doubts about your bag's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of beaded bags.
- Is antique gold real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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