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Gold World Charm

14kt Gold World Traveler Charm Bracelet, 1950s, 22 Charms
Located in Manhasset, NY
14kt Gold World Traveler Charm Bracelet, 1950s, 22 Charms A stunning 14k gold bracelet, crafted
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Vintage 1980s Post-War Charm Bracelets

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14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold World Globe Charm #21060
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Globe Charm This elegant globe charm captures the beauty of the world with
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20th Century Charm Bracelets

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14k Gold

Antique 10K Rose Gold Porcelain Globe / World Map Spinner Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold & porcelain spinner pendant or charm for a bracelet. In the form of a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Charm Bracelets

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Rose Gold

Saint Louis Cardinals Baseball World Series Gold, Enamel Ruby Charm by Ballou
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Saint Louis Cardinals baseball charm for a bracelet. In 14 karat yellow gold. By
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Charm Bracelets

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Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Links of London Holdall Bag Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Diamond Wishbone Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Thumb Print Star Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London High Heel Shoe Diamond Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold 3D Globe World Charm Pendant #23280
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3D Globe World Charm Pendant- This 14 karat yellow gold globe pendant shines
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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

World Globe Italy 18K Yellow Gold Imitiation Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a rotating globe of the world depicting the
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Vintage 1940s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

World Globe Map Pendant Charm Necklace Chrysophrase 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE ART DECO - RETRO PENDANT OR CHARM IN THE FORM OF A WORLD GLOBE IN
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20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

The World is Yours Pendant Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Charm Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed "The World is Yours" pendant crafted in 10k yellow gold (circa 1990 to 2000s
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Late 20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cameo Slide Charm Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
A stunning example of vintage artistry, this 14K yellow gold bracelet exudes Old World charm and
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Retro Bracelets

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Diamond Globe Trotter Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned retired British jewellery designer
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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moi Dia Gold and Uncut Diamond Earrings
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
diamond). With its gold and white old-world charm and traditional meenakari on the behind, this pair is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

9 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Crafted with care using 10 grams of gold, this pendant blends old-world charm with modern refinement
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chinoiserie Style Hand Painted Console Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
evoke old-world charm. Please confirm location with seller (NY or NJ)
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Mid-20th Century Console Tables

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Wood

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World Globe Pendant in White 18 Karat Gold with Black Diamonds
By Blackisdiamond
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Impressive world globe pendant in white 18 carat gold with black diamond continents and one white
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold

Yellow Gold Plated World Charm Necklace by Cristina Ramella
By Cristina Ramella
Located in Newark, DE
The World Charm Necklace features a simple 45cm chain and an intricate world pendant. Available in
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

Delicate World Charm Chain adjustable bracelet in yellow gold plating
By Cristina Ramella
Located in Newark, DE
The World Charm Bracelet features a simple adjustable chain and an intricate world pendant of 1 cm
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2010s Chain Bracelets

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Yellow Gold

Superb Martian "You Are Out Of This World" Turquoise Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
this world". I know that is all it would take to win my heart. This truly unique and very rare charm is
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Vintage 1950s Models and Miniatures

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Gold World Traveler Charm Bracelet w/ 9 Charms c.1970
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vintage Yellow Gold World Traveler Charm Bracelet w/ 9 Charms A well loved memento and testament
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Vintage 1970s Charm Bracelets

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow ...

18 Karat Yellow Rose Gold World Globe Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow and rose gold charm pendant designed as a globe depicting the world
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20th Century Swedish Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Binoculars Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Binoculars Charm See the world through adventurous eyes! This lovely
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20th Century Charm Bracelets

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Gold

18K Yellow Gold Globe Charm #18104
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Globe Charm - Appreciate the world with our gorgeous globe charm that is perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Globe Charm #18104
18K Yellow Gold Globe Charm #18104
H 0.72 in W 0.72 in L 0.88 in
Links of London L Charm
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Diamond Disc Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Diamond Sea Shell Charm
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Four Leaf Clover Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Airplane Charm, World Traveler Charm, Flying Charm, Vintage Plane Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
14K Gold Length: 1.25 in. Width: 7/8 in. Weight: 1.5 dwts. Ring Sizings & Modifications: * We
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scottish Bagpipes Charm, 14K Gold, Travel Charm, World Traveler Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold Scottish bagpipes charm. This small charm features a three
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gold Roman Coliseum Charm, 18K Yellow Gold, World Traveler Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow god Roman coliseum charm. This three dimensional charm features a Roman
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Zealand Kiwi Bird Charm, 14K Gold, Triangle Charm, World Traveler Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold New Zealand kiwi bird charm. This charm features a textured kiwi
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Vintage 1970s New Zealand Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lichtenstein Charm, Coat of Armscharm, 9K Gold, Small Gold Charm, World Traveler
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 9 karat yellow gold Lichtenstein coat of arms charm. This small charm features a crown
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Spinning Globe Charm, 18K Yellow Gold, Large World
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold spinning globe charm. This large charm features a round sphere that
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Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Dual Finish World Map Charm Pendant
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.3 Grams Chain : Not Included Width: 15.4mm (0.60") Height
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Diamond O Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned retired British jewellery designer
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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Thumb Print Star Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Links of London Thumb Print Love Heart Charm Pendant
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Trillion Tanzanite Cocktail Ring with Diamond Accents
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
, this tanzanite and diamond halo ring in 18k white gold exudes an old-world charm. Diamond Breakdown
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.09 Carat Oval Cut Blue Zircon and 0.26 Carat Natural Diamond Pendant ref1816
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
. The intricate milgrain work throughout the gold adds to its old world charm. This pendant is more
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gustavian White Painted Marble Top Vanity
Located in Westwood, NJ
-applied gold leaf detailing, evoking Old-World charm.  With a half-round demilune shape, and designed for
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Bathroom Fixtures

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Wood

14K Yellow Gold World Globe Charm #18386
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold World Globe Charm - This miniature masterpiece features continents etched in
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20th Century Charm Bracelets

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14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold World Globe Charm #18386
14K Yellow Gold World Globe Charm #18386
H 0.72 in W 0.71 in L 0.84 in
Vintage Spinning World Globe 18 Karat Gold Charm Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Travel the World on your wrist with this Beautiful Spinning Globe Charm. Hand crafted in 18 Karat
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20th Century Modernist Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1960 s Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Spinning World Globe Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold sphere engraved as a world globe that spins on an axis Engraved with continent
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Vintage 1960s Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Spinning World Globe Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Spinning World Globe Charm This beautifully detailed, 14K gold globe charm
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Trio Clover Motif Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
piece exudes old-world charm and femininity. The harmonious trio of diamonds each displays the unique
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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

Artlinea World Historical Places Charm Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Signature: Artlinea Type: Charm Bracelet Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Non-Metal Material: Enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gold World Is Yours Globe Charm
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful charm: a figural "globe" charm. Thee globe is set in the middle and it spins
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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

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14k Gold

Gold World War I Fumsup Charm
Located in New York, NY
For the World War ! aficionado: a "Good Luck" charm. It is believed that the name is derived from
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Vintage 1910s British More Jewelry

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10k Gold

Great Around the World Gemset Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Large figural "Around The World" charm. The outside border holds a spinning globe, set
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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Love Makes the World Go Round Gold Globe Charm
Located in New York, NY
Sweet figural "globe" charm, with an applied band engraved "LOVE MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND." 3/4
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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

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14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold World Traveler Gemstone and Diamonds Charm Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
Capture the excitement and passion of seeing the world one continent at a time with this custom
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

World Globe Gold Charm/Locket
Located in New York, NY
14K yellow gold world globe charm. Opens to reveal four bezels, made to hold four pictures. Can
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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

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14k Gold

World Is Yours Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Large charm. The center is three-dimensional world map. Cut-out letters around the border spell
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Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

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10k Gold

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English Sterling Silver Double Link Charm Bracelet 1960s
Located in London, GB
Delightful English sterling silver double link charm bracelet with safety chain. There are thirty seven charms: St. Christopher, Cornwall map, motorbike, lucky pixie, cow, enamel Ke...
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Vintage 1960s English Charm Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Gold Collie or Sheepdog Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold charm. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a collie or sheepdog. With an integral bail and jump ring to the dog's back. Simply a wonderful charm! (Chain ...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

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14k Gold

1950 s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Globe Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as highly rendered globe Accented by textured countries With grid pattern throughout Suspending from a jump ring bale Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1950s Measures: 13/16 ...
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Vintage 1950s Retro Charm Bracelets

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Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18 Carat Gold Boucheron Globe Charm
By Boucheron
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold pendant in the shape of a half globe with an Air France airplane around the globe. signed and numbered: Boucheron, P6970 on a 14 carat gold chain. weight: 11...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Heart Charm Bracelet 7"
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Heart Charm Bracelet 7" Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 23.90 grams Length: 7" Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .15ct app...
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2010s Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati Rigid Bracelet Yellow, White and Pink Gold Pearls
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Paris, FR
BUCCELLATI Bracelet in Three Golds : yellow Gold, white Gold, pink Gold with Leaf Motifs with 6 gray Pearls of about 1 cm Diameter. Bracelet Adorned with chased and yellow Gold Flowe...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Bangles

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 109.4 Carat Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning David Webb Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, featuring 45 oval and round sapphires weighing 40.40 carats total, 399 round ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

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

Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ART DECO 1925 Five Dogs Charms Bracelet In Platinum With 4.03 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco bracelet with five dogs-charms. This is an incredible six-charms bracelet created in America during the Art-Deco period, around the 1925. The beautiful platinum bracelet...
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Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum

Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Doctor s Bag or Toolbox Charm for a Charm Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold charm for a charm bracelet. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of doctor's bag or toolbox engraved to the outside with 'MY OPERATION'. The interior with a mi...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

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14k Gold

Victorian 28.00 Ct Garnet Rare French Origin 18 KT Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Extra Ordinary An outstanding antique French origin bracelet, with mourning locket, 19th century Rare example as hardly seen, superbly hand made with eye catching cushion shaped link...
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Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Charm Locket Bracelet Victorian Revival Midcentury Italy
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Step back in time with this exquisite mid-century vintage Victorian /Etruscan style charm /locket bracelet from Italy. Crafted in 800 silver, it epitomizes the elegance and craftsman...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Silver

Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage 14k gold bracelet with complet unuswal charms in very fine workmanship of every charm braclete is in 14k gold total bracelet weight 46 grams in good condition
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Vintage 1940s Charm Bracelets

Vivienne Westwood Couture red taffeta corset and ballgown skirt, fw 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood evening ensemble ▪ Labelled as a 'SPECIAL ITEM' from Vivienne Westwood's Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk organza ▪ Boned corset with...
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1990s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold Lion Bangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Vintage” Solid 18K Gold LionBangle, Original, Origin Afghanistan open and close hinge and safety locks 71 Grams 18K Gold This Vintage Antic Bracelet is Set in 18K Gold an...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Anglo-Indian Bangles

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18k Gold

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Gold World Charm For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the gold world charm you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 17 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a gold world charm 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, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Take a look at a gold world charm featuring Amethyst from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a gold world charm for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold World Charm?

On average, a gold world charm at 1stDibs sells for $2,374, while they’re typically $900 on the low end and $12,500 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.