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What is the difference between 10k and 14k gold?

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What is the difference between 10k and 14k gold?
The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet with Panthere Watch Charm
Located in West Sussex, GB
This is a very special and very rare vintage Cartier bracelet with a miniature Panthere watch charm - one of Cartier's most iconic watches. It is made with 18k solid yellow gold, we...
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1990s French Modern Charm Bracelets

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany Schlumberger 18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, these clip earrings each center a high luster mabe pearl framed by a ridged gold dome with gold 'X' motifs. Clip backs (posts may be ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Cut Smoky Quartz Studs Pierced Push Back Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Studs create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones. Square cut smoky quartz studs in 14K gold. Embrace your...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

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Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

ICA certified 2.45 Carat Green Paraiba and 2.61 Carat Tourmaline Earrings
Located in London, GB
ICA-certified 2.45 Carat Green Paraiba and 2.61 Carat Tourmaline Earrings Come with an ICA lab report. These dual main stone earrings, feature an ICA-certified 2.45ct Natural Green...
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2010s Clip-on Earrings

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Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold

Black Diamond Bangle in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This Black Diamond Bangle in 18K gold showcases sparkling natural diamonds. April birthstone diamond brings love, fame, success and prosperity. Designed with diamonds studded in a ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bangles

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Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

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