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| 14K Gold |
What is the difference between yellow, white, and rose gold?
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Pure gold ( which is always yellow ) is too soft for jewelry use.
the metals that are mixed with pure gold for strength
can also modify the color of gold resulting in
different shades of yellow, white, and pink gold.
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Why is there a difference in price, in similar pieces of jewelry?
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There are a few factors that determine
the value of a gold jewelry piece:
weight - gold is sold by weight - grams(gr)
or pennyweights(pwt),
the heavier the piece,
the higher the gold content,
therefore it is more expensive.
design - designer jewelry is more expensive,
especially if it is a one of a kind piece.
finish - special finishes to the metal such as matte,
or sand-blasted finish
add to the cost of the gold jewelry piece.
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How do I care for my gold jewelry?
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You could take good care of your jewelry
by following a few simple steps :
avoid contact with soap, perfume,
cosmetics and hairsprays.
Take chains and bracelets off at night,
store chains flat,
to prevent them from breaking.
Use soft cloth to polish gold jewelry after wearing
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Measure our 14K gold In the U.S.A
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is the most common degree of
fineness and pieces are marked 14K.
Nothing less than 10K
can legally be marked or sold
as gold jewelry in the U.S.
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| Gold Measure Table |
| Karat |
Parts gold |
Pure Gold |
| 10K |
10/24 14 Other Metals |
42% |
| 14K |
14/24 10 other Metals |
59% |
| 18K |
18/24 6 Other Metals |
75% |
| 24K |
24/24 Pure Gold |
99.9% |
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