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Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
beads vary in size. The smallest bead is 4mm, and the largest bead is 16mm. The actual hue is soft
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 10k Gold

Antique Bohemian Bracelet Encrusted with Garnets in Garnet Gold Setting
Located in New York, NY
setting is crafted in garnet gold, a special type of gilded metal or low-karat gold often used in Bohemian
Category

1880s Czech Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Garnet, Gold

IGITL Certified 250 carats Antique Rare Columbian Emerald necklace 22k Gold 16"
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
IGITL Certified 250 carats Antique Rare Columbian Emerald necklace 22k Gold 16 inches - double
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1920s Indian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

IGITL Certified 250 carats Antique Rare Columbian Emerald necklace 22k Gold 16"
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
IGITL Certified 250 carats Antique Rare Columbian Emerald necklace 22k Gold 16 inches - double
Category

1920s Indian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

Victorian Natural OX Blood Red Coral Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian necklace. 1880 ca. Italian origin from Sardinia. Each bead is 4 mm. in diameter – all even and
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1880s Italian Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 9k Gold

Victorian Coral 3 Strand Toggle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
carved toggle beads which fall from larger coral resin beads at clasp which may have been added in the
Category

1870s Italian Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Three Row Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of three rows of cultured pearls. The clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, chiseled on one side
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2-Row Red Coral Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Filigree Golden Clasp
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique 2-row genuine red coral (Corallium Rubrum*) graduated beads necklace with 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Archaeological Revival Collar Necklace, 1880s
Located in London, GB
This exceptional Antique Archaeological Revival necklace, crafted in rare 15-carat yellow gold
Category

1880s British Revival Antique Gold Beads

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Platinum Yellow Gold Graduated Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
with platinum top and 14k gold catch. 16 inches. 62 mottled green jadeite jade, 3.8mm-6.8mm GIA
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Italian Yellow Gold and Natural White Pearls Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Antique Italian Yellow Gold and Natural White Pearls Necklace is a stunning piece that exudes
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

200.00 Carats Natural Carved Aqua Onyx Two Strand Art Deco Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Aquamarine beads 8mm. Approximate 200cts of Aqua 61 carved Onyx beads 6mm. 1 handmade 9k gold clasp set with
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Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Aquamarine, Onyx, 9k Gold

Carved Agate 18 Karat Gold Fresh Water Pearls Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Rare antiques carved agate 18k Gold gr 23,50 fresh water pearls adjustable necklace. All Giulia
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1810s Italian Artisan Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

19th Century Coral Horn Assemblage, SdesR by Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
angelskin, variegated coral beads. 14K clasp. One of a Kind assemblage. Salon des Refuses, by Leslie Chin
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1880s Italian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet #J4362
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian slides 1880-1890's on 1940's gold filled beads. The safety chain and clasp is 14k yellow gold
Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Cultured Pearl and 14K Gold Four-Strand Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful freshwater cultured pearl necklace featuring a round 14K gold clasp. The ornate clasp
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chinese Antique Jade Necklace, Nephrite, Certified Untreated, 33"
Located in Northampton, MA
nephrite beaded necklace where the nephrite was mined in the mountains of China, then each bead was cut by
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Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Coomi 20K Gold, Turquoise, Sapphire, Diamond Necklace
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Hand made Coomi Affinity collection necklace set in 20K yellow gold with 398.73cts turquoise
Category

15th Century and Earlier Thai Artisan Antique Gold Beads

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Victorian Amber And Etruscan Style Gold Bracelet by Richard A. Green, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
An antique amber and gold bracelet, with large amber beads, with gold discs either side, decorated
Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Amber, Gold

Prehistoric Tairona Carnelian Frog Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
beads comprise the central section. Suspended in the center is a petite 58% gold frog pendant incised
Category

15th Century and Earlier American Native American Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
of one hundred twenty pearls and a round security push box lock, crafted in yellow gold of 18 karats
Category

Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Art Nouveau 1905 Enamel Pansy Flower Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Pink Quartz
Located in Miami, FL
graduated necklace is attached to the Pansy flower which has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gold Plated and Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet with Faux Turquoise Stones
Located in London, GB
Fabulous ornate gold plated and black enamel bracelet set with hubbell stones (faux turquoise
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Art Deco Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Diamond Clasp Ca 1925
Located in London, GB
0.20ct Setting 18ct yellow gold & platinum Weight 12.3 grams Dimensions Length: 42cm/16.5" Condition Very
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
strand of one hundred forty two pearls and a rhomboid security push box lock, crafted in yellow gold of
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

Antique Jadeite Necklace with Gold and Carved Clasp, ca. 1900 - A-Jade Certified
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A refined antique jadeite necklace composed of three strands of beautifully matched jade beads
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Jade, Gold, 10k Gold

Single Strand Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Diamond and White Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond and 12k white gold clasp; part of our diverse collection of pearl necklaces. This fine and
Category

1910s Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold

Pearl necklace and claps with emerald and rose cut diamond 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with 835 silver clasp set with emerald and rose cut diamonds on a three strand
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1910s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique Victorian 14kt gold, hand knotted triple strand pearl bracelet . Bracelet clasp is very
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Modernist Bold Double Stand Pearl Necklace with Lapis, Gold and Diamond Clasps
Located in New York, NY
have 188 pearls joined by two 18k yellow gold clasps set with lapis and 6 round cut diamonds each. They
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1870s Italian Modernist Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Black Enamel Pansy Gold Brooch with Matching Pearl Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique black enamel and seed pearl 14k gold pansy brooch that attaches to the bracelet through a
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Hand Made Uncut Diamond and Green Glass Polki Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
yellow gold and arranged in a single elegant line. At the center and ends of the piece, as well as in
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Poitiers, FR
. The clasp, ratchet with safety "8", is in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and also adorned
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...

14k gold clasp with a single-cut diamonds on 7 rows of pearl necklace 44.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold clasp with a single-cut diamond, totaling 0.10 carat - F/G - VS/SI, on 7 rows of
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

1786 -1567 BC Hyksos Scarabs Egyptian Revival Necklace 18K Gold /37.5cm/51gr
Located in SE
/ Middle Eastern Soapstone or Steatite Scarabs assembled /swivel set into solid 18K Yellow Gold frame
Category

15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Gold Beads

Materials

18k Gold

Victorian 14K Gold Silver Antique 5 Carat Diamond Bracelet US 7.25 Inch 18.9 gr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
say 5 Carat total weight of Old European Cut Diamonds Bead Set on silver and 14 K gold Panels 1/2
Category

1880s American Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Four strands of hand-linked blue flash moonstone rondelles dotted with every the popular Sleeping Beauty turquoise faceted oval nuggets are the perfect compliment for this antique G...
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Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Agate, Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck

Art Deco GIA Akoya Pearl 3 Strand Necklace French Cut Diamond Sapphire Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) Material: String w/ 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Platinum Top Weight: 40.13 Grams Chain Type: 3
Category

19th Century Art Deco Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian French 18k/Platinum Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
18k yellow gold and platinum, the front of this bracelet features 3 distinct rows, which are encrusted
Category

1910s Edwardian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

CHANEL Large Faux Pearl CC Logo Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2001 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 28 inch drop, can be doubled to make it shorter ...
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Gold

19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
an African jewelry maker. It holds bone, glass turquoise beads and a central amber. Striking and in
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1860s Central African Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Amber, Turquoise, 10k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Coral Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels composed of seventy-five coral beads, measuring approximately 11.9 to 4.6mm
Category

Early 1900s French Artist Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Strand of Nine Natural Saltwater Pearls — GIA Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
proportioned, glowing softly with the quiet radiance only natural nacre can convey. Linked by 14K gold, this
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Couture 1920s Chanel Rousselet Hearts Camellia Metallic Glass Bracelet Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
of depth. Whereby, the interior of the largest beads are injected with yellow gold, the micro beads
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper

Bulgari Sapphire Cabochon Necklace Pink Blue No Heat
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari bridged classicism and modernity by introducing its seductive Natural Corundrum Sapphire Necklace, set with cabochon blue pink-purple sapphires weighing a total of 292.78Cara...
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Late 18th Century Sri Lankan Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Perfect 40" Banded Agate Necklace c.1860
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Banded Agate Bead Necklaces are few and far between and in this length and quality are
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1860s English High Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Agate, 15k Gold

NEW AAA+ Quality Japanese Akoya Salt Water White Pearl Necklace
Located in Warren, NJ
is a beautiful artistic design with 14 .1mm old mine cut diamonds. Clasp is 14K Solid White Gold
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Coral Graduated Toggle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Victorian Coral Graduated Toggle Necklace composed of hundreds of hand carved coral beads
Category

1890s Italian Late Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

10k Gold

Carved Emeralds Rose-Cut Diamonds Bracelet, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
, natural Pearls, and a Cabochon-cut Emerald. Stamped 14K Gold. A stylish item that has history and beauty
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Early 20th Century Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Long Citrine and Turquoise Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
end a Labradorite drop. 18 kt Gold gr 5,20. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been
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1820s Italian Artisan Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Citrine, Labradorite, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Ancient Roman Rock Crystal and Carnelian Necklace, 1st-2nd century A.D.
Located in New York, NY
Rare large scale ancient Roman rock crystal and carnelian bead necklace, approximately 2000 years
Category

15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Carnelian, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Greek 4th C. BC Coin Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Authentic Greek Silver Hemidrachm Coin from Sikyonia (Sicyon), 360 - 330 BC, set in a 22k Gold
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Gold Beads

Materials

22k Gold, Bronze

Victorian Orange Chalcedony Pearl Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
chalcedony are two beautifully handmade gold spacers with an additional whole spacer at the end which
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian South Sea Pearl Necklace with Diamond + Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
silvery white color and exceptional luster. The strand features a platinum-topped 18k yellow gold clasp
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Mother of Pearl Monogram Gaming Counter Lavender Moon Quartz Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
featuring hand-coiled loops. Safely suspended in a twist wire frame of 14k gold, this unique hand-engraved
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Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Gold Beads

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Aluminum, Sterling S...

Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
piece with a gold-tone filigree clasp. Bead knotting is traditionally done with silk thread, placing a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Gold Beads

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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, 2022
    Identifying 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique 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, 2022
    Whether 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, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.