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Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Crystal Quartz Circle of Life Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Circle of Life pendant in Crystal Quartz is custom-cut and handmade in 18k gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Painted Reverse Carved Crystal 18 Karat Gold French Bulldog Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round rock crystal cabochon measuring approximately 16.8 mm, bezel set, in a millegrain
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphires Rock Cristal Fluorite Rose 18 Karat Gold Earrings Handcraft in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful clip-on earrings in rose 18k gold with blue sapphires 2.90 ctw, oval rock cristal and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Fluorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris Essex Crystal Gold Yacht Navy Flags Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
With a domed oval rock crystal reverse intaglio painted to depict two multicolored enamels yacht
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chihuahua in 18 Karat Gold. The Crystal is Rock Crystal. The image of the dog is hand carved into the
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Reverse Carved Intaglio Fox Cufflinks
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
rock crystal, painted with the image of a fox, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Cocktail Ring with Rutilated Quartz on Turquoise
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This 18k gold showstopper of a cocktailring is guaranteed to turn heads. Apart from the size, it
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
By Vhernier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
dazzlingly bright colours masterfully layered with perfect cabochons of rock crystal create extraordinary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
By Vhernier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
rock crystal create extraordinary plays of colour. While most jewelry brands compete in splendor and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vhernier Eclisse black jet 18k Gold and diamonds clip earrings
By Vhernier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
dazzlingly bright colours masterfully layered with perfect cabochons of rock crystal create extraordinary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Green Agate White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karats Yellow Gold Green Agate Rock Crystal White Diamonds
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Citrine Garnet Clip-on Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
the earlobe, made from hand-carved rock crystal, set in a naturalistic style. The flower is held by
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Garnet, Citrine, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Chantecler cufflinks with engraved rock crystal and diamonds in 18k gold
By Chantecler
Located in Perugia, IT
18k, peso complessivo g 8.1. L'iconico cornetto portafortuna di Chantecler, esclusivo produttore di
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Dome Ring with Diamonds, Emeralds, Onyx, Italy, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with rock crystal, onyx, emeralds for a total of 1 carat, and diamonds for
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20th Century Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Tahitian Pearl Ruby Crystal Drop Earrings Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
total weight of diamonds is 0.30 carats. A decorative ruby bead and a crystal detail connect the top to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Whit...

Mini GUM DROP Earrings with Rocky Crystal and Pink Topaz and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Mini 18kt white gold GUM DROP™ earrings with faceted Rock Crystal (approximately 2 cts each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Topaz, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Classy 18K White Gold 3 Carat Blue Kyanite 0.06 Carat White Diamonds Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
embellished with Satin Rock Crystal, White Diamonds and Deep Blue Kyanite Oval cut. These beautiful delicate
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, Rock Crystal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18K Gold Multicolour Step Cut Natural Gemstones Linear Rainbow Dangle Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
something special to your jewellery box with the Multicolour linear Rainbow with rock crystal carving dangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Crystal, Garnet, Peridot, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Blue ...

Rossella Ugolini 18k Gold Diamonds Green Agate Tourmaline Art Deco Style Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
, covered with a Sugarloaf Rock Crystal, flanked by two Green Tourmaline cabochons and adorned with 0.20
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Tourmaline, Rock Crystal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Wh...

Rossella Ugolini Deco Style 18K Yellow Gold 2 Carats Emerald Leafs Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
stones set in 18k yellow gold and a large rock crystal pyramid, harmoniously placed upon a green agate
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold,...

50" Multi-strand Pearl and Onyx Tassel Necklace with 18k White Gold Diamond Bar
Located in La Jolla, CA
and Rock Crystal Beads with a Wide Diamond Bar Shortener made of 18k White Gold with a 14k White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Serpent Snake 18K Yellow Gold Gem Set Pendant
Located in London, GB
, diamond, citrine, garnet, chrysoberyl and rock crystal. Unmarked but tested as 18 karat gold. Dimensions
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Vintage 1910s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Multi-g...

Massive Victorian Seal Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
with difficulty. WEIGHT: 34.8 grams STONES: Rock Crystal HALLMARKS: None STOCK NUMBER
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Antique 1890s Signet Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

A fine 18K gold Navratana carved gold polki necklace string for indian weddings
Located in Bangkok,, TH
African origin mine followed by natural blue sapphire and crystal, then natural Zambian emerald and
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2010s Indian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapph...

Tiffany Co Flower Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Flower Brooch Carved rock crystal flower motif with 7 round cut diamonds forming a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Rose Quartz Mother of Pearl Diamond Rose Gold 18 Karat Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
GOLD 18K Diamond 4-RND-0,04ct-H/SI1A Diamond 250-RND-1,74ct-H/SI1A Rock Crystal 2-6,24ct Rose
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Chic Rose Quartz Mother of Pearl Diamond Rose Gold 18 Karat Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
GOLD 18K Diamond 4-RND-0,04ct-H/SI1A Diamond 250-RND-1,74ct-H/SI1A Rock Crystal 2-6,24ct Rose
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Rose Quartz Mother of Pearl Diamond Rose Gold 18 Karat Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
GOLD 18K Diamond 4-RND-0,04ct-H/SI1A Diamond 250-RND-1,74ct-H/SI1A Rock Crystal 2-6,24ct Rose
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold

DE GRISOGONO Earrings
By de GRISOGONO
Located in PARIS, FR
De Grisogono earrings in 18k rose gold, diamonds, and rock crystal. Condition: very good condition
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2010s Swiss Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby Quartz Turtle Peridot 18 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Fantastic earrings with Little Rock quartz turtle, peridot princess cut ruby cushions gold gr.15,30
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Freesia Contemporary Brooch with Quartz Flower
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch is part of the Freesia collection and is made of 18 karat yellow gold. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kanners Vintage Porsche Dress Set
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Meticulously carved in black onyx with rock crystal quartz and 18kt white gold accents, you will
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2010s German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Contemporary Freesia Pendant Necklace with Quartz Flower
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is part of the Freesia collection and is made of 18 karat white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Freesia Contemporary Brooch with Quartz Flower
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch is part of the Freesia collection and is made of 18 karat white gold. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Freesia Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Quartz Flower
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is part of the Freesia collection and is made of 18 karat yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Antique Mid-Victorian Anchor Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
clear rock crystal window. A cushioned piece of rich, velvety fabric rests below the rock crystal locket
Category

Antique 1850s Victorian More Bracelets

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gilt Metal

18 Karat White Gold Freesia Contemporary Cocktail/Bridal Ring with Quartz Flower
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary bridal ring is part of the Freesia collection and is made of 18 karat white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Moon Pendant Necklace with Rubellite and One Carat Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
-sphere of rock crystal, diamonds (1.5 carats), and red rubellite. This contemporary pendant was featured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Rubelite, Gold, White Gol...

Eighteen Karat Gold Contemporary Fig Pendant Necklace by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Fig pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kanners Scorpio Zodiac Cufflinks
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
absolutely unique. One cufflink is a reverse carved crystal scorpion and the other is the constellation
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Cartier Mystery Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Mystery Clock This beautiful clock features a circular, faceted rock crystal dial framed
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Silver

White Gold Art Deco Style Ring with Quartz by Artist Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This ring is made of 18 karat white gold and boasts a vibrant 15x15x8 mm rock natural crystal
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christina Addison Bespoke Large Cushion Cut Earrings
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Rock Crystal and Green Quartz. This is a fabulous Statement earring! The meaning measures 1 1/4 tall
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kanners Carved Gemstone Whisky Cufflinks
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
barrel aging process. The exceptionally realistic bottle is carved from citrine, rock crystal quartz and
Category

2010s German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Citrine, Rock Crystal, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold faceted dome ring, set
Category

2010s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red gold lobe earrings with diamonds and white mother-of-pearl triplets
Located in Valenza, IT
Orecchini in oro rosso 18k con diamanti naturali taglio brillante, qualità G/VVS. Il design
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2010s Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Citrine Apatite Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
90 carats of citrine, grey quartz, rock crystal and apatite. Dimensions: W x 1.7 cm, L x 44.5 cm - W
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Pink Opal Quartz 18 Karat Brushed Rose Gold Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold stud earrings set with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli Quartz 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold, quartz over Lapis Lazuli
Category

2010s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli Quartz 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold, quartz over Lapis Lazuli
Category

2010s Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Misani Milan Sardinia Coral Multistrand Diamond Onyx Pearl 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Pearl, black Onix and Rock Crystal giving a creative visual vision of the sea environment Necklace
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Ruby Apple Pendant in Silver with Diamonds and an 18 Karat Gold Diamond Chain
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
“Still Life Pendant: Ruby Apples and Diamonds on Rock Crystal“
 0.58 carats of diamonds, 99.33
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Rose Gold and Rock Crystal Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
cm Misure del pendente ovale: 18 x 11 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold White Diamonds Green Agate RockCrystal Stud Design Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Carat Yellow Gold White Diamonds Green Agate Rock Crystal Stud Design Earring. Stunning green
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2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Agate, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Earrings with Quartz Sakura Flowers
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Sakura cocktail earrings are made of 14 karat yellow gold and feature hand-cut rock crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Ro...

Michael Kanners Tanzanite Parrot Cufflinks
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Very finely carved tanzanites in the form of parrot heads with grey mother of pearl beaks and rock
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Handcraft Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Clip-On Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Stunning 18 karat white gold clip-on earrings mounted with a rock crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Rock Crystal 18k For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the rock crystal 18k you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 706 vintage or 696 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect rock crystal 18k may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic rock crystal 18k over the years, but those made by David Webb, Seaman Schepps and REBECCA LI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a rock crystal 18k, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Rock Crystal 18k?

On average, a rock crystal 18k at 1stDibs sells for $4,724, while they’re typically $148 on the low end and $290,000 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 Rock Crystal 18k
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between K5 and K9 crystal relates to lead content. K5 crystal is 5 percent lead oxide and 95 percent glass, while K9 crystal is 91 percent glass and 9 percent lead oxide. You'll find a large collection of crystal decorative objects, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 18K gold is real gold. However, it is not pure gold. Something marked 18K is 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent metal alloy. On 1stDibs, shop a range of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between 14k and 18k rose gold metal is that the 14k rose gold is less pure than 18k. 14k rose gold has a deeper pink color because of greater amounts of copper, whereas 18k rose gold has 75% gold and appears yellow. 14k rose gold is increasingly popular due to its brighter pink hue and resistance to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rose gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people believe that 18k gold is worth buying. Due to the metal's durability, jewelry produced from 18-karat gold is often resistant to scratching and damage. In addition, the large amount of pure gold in the alloy gives white, rose and yellow 18-karat gold a vibrant color. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in 18-karat gold is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a diverse range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    On a watch, 18K gold means that the watch features genuine gold. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The high gold content gives the metal an attractive color, while the alloy metals add strength to increase its durability. An 18-karat gold watch may be solid gold or gold-filled, which means it is primarily another metal that the watchmaker finished with a thin layer of 18-karat gold. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that 18K gold is good for watches. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The amount of gold makes the color of the alloy, whether it's white, yellow or rose, rich and visually appealing. At the same time, the addition of alloy metals increases the strength of the gold material. Explore a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, 18K 750 is real gold. Gold pieces that bear this hallmark are 18-karat gold, a 75% pure gold alloy and 25% base metal. One of the most popular materials for fine jewelry, 18-karat gold shows off a rich yellow, white or rose color and resists scratching more readily than pure gold. Explore a wide variety of 18-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 18-karat gold can turn green in some circumstances. This type of gold is about 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent alloy, and the other metal or metals used to produce it may react negatively to acidic substances. When this occurs, 18-karat gold may take on a greenish hue. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gold dipped, also known as gold plated, pieces are considered real gold. The process coats a piece of metal or alloy with a layer of gold for a gold finish. Shop a collection of 18 karat gold jewelry, solid and dipped, on 1stDibs.