Where to buy gold jewellery in Florence Italy
#2
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 10,228
The Pont de Vecchio is filled from one end to the other with jewellery shops - that's the only type of shop on the bridge. There may be other shops in Florence that sell gold jewellery, but I can't help with tips for them, although some other posters may know of some.
#4
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 57,890
One thing you need to be aware of is what they mean by gold. I have seen "gold" as little as 10 karat (not sold in the US) for the less expensive pieces - so be sure to check the karat you are getting. Also, shop online before you go - to be sure of what you should be paying. IMHO the values are in designs that are unique - and often not inexpensive - rather than in the most basic ones.
For interesting pieces check out the real gold replicas in some of the museum shops.
For interesting pieces check out the real gold replicas in some of the museum shops.
