A GUIDE TO

“TEMPLE” GOLD

At Temple St. Clair, we are known for our fine gold work. A fascination with this precious metal and its history is what first inspired Temple to explore jewelry. Our signature gold details like triple gold granulation and archer's granule reference Temple's early studies of ancient gold.

Three ornate gold cuffs embossed with celestial, animal, and floral designs, studded with diamonds.

Gold has a venerable history and has been prized by diverse cultures from every corner of the globe for millennia. This precious metal has traditionally been a symbol of royalty, positivity and strength. Gold has a unique molecular structure that makes it the most malleable and ductile metal known.

It is highly workable so that even when used as fine wire, it is strong enough to hold valuable gems, while malleable enough to be molded in to delicate thread, hammered in to thin sheets or molded into almost any shape imaginable.

It warms to the skin, and gains a beautiful patina over time yet can be re-polished to its original glow. Gold is flattering to every skin tone and has the wonderful quality of improving with age.

I. OUR SECRET FORMULA

A golden Pegasus figurine on a dark surface with crafting tools.
A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
A golden Pegasus figurine on a dark surface with crafting tools.
A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
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TEMPLE ST. CLAIR JEWELS ARE MADE IN 18K GOLD, MEANING 75% (OR MORE) PURE GOLD ALLOYED WITH A 25% ALLOY MIX OF SILVER AND COPPER.

I. OUR SECRET FORMULA

A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
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A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
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A golden Pegasus figurine on a dark surface with crafting tools.
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A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
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A torch heats glowing molten metal in a crucible.
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A golden Pegasus figurine on a dark surface with crafting tools.
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TEMPLE ST. CLAIR JEWELS ARE MADE IN 18K GOLD, MEANING 75% (OR MORE) PURE GOLD ALLOYED WITH A 25% ALLOY MIX OF SILVER AND COPPER.

II. CARE OF YOUR GOLD

Close-up of hands examining a circular gold piece with a concentric spiral pattern.

THE TOLOMEO

Mix warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap, soak it for 15-30 minutes.

Gold is a precious metal. As a jewel it should be taken care of and cleaned regularly. As with most of our jewels, a gentle soapy wash and rinse is best for basic maintenance. Gold can scratch so is best to be kept in its TSC jewelry pouch when not being worn. We also offer wonderful "on-the-go" travel cases for daily use and for travel. Don't wear your gold rings when working out or lifting heavy objects!

III. THE ARTISANS OF TSC

Gold is a precious metal. As a jewel it should be taken care of and cleaned regularly. As with most of our jewels, a gentle soapy wash and rinse is best for basic maintenance. Gold can scratch so it is best to be kept in its TSC jewelry pouch when not being worn.

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A smiling woman looks at an older man with glasses who is laughing at a cluttered workbench.

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Fig. 1

Paolo, Master Goldsmith and friend. 2012.

Jeweler's workbench with gold components, green beads, tools, and a necklace design sketch.

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Fig. 2

Serpenti, on the bench. Florence, 2012.

A woman observes an older man working at a workbench.

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Fig. 3

Paolo, Master Goldsmith and friend. 2012.

Five smiling people in a workshop, an older man seated at a workbench with four others standing behind him.

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Fig. 4

My team of Master Artigiani. We have been working together for over 40 years now. Florence, 2025.

Close-up of a person with glasses soldering small metal pieces on a fire brick using a torch and a pick.

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Fig. 5

Paolo soldering sea stars for our Sottomare collection.

A person wearing a magnifying visor meticulously works on a gold chain at a workbench.

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Our most recent iteration of the Serpenti Necklace. Florence, 2025.