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So, have you ever just thought while standing at a jewellery store, looking at those little stamps \u201c14K\u201d or \u201c22K\u201d, and you just wondered what that means? Well, then you\u2019re at the right place. If you\u2019re shopping for rings, earrings, or any gift for your special one. Then, you must understand the gold purity that can save you a lot of money and time. So, to make a better choice, we\u2019re here to let you make an informed decision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, we\u2019ll enlighten you with all you need to know about gold. From understanding gold jewellery karat values to different types of gold colours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding The \u201cKarat\u201d: What Is It?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Karat is said to measure the purity of the gold or fineness based on parts per thousand (ppt). Pure gold holds the full 24 parts in gold. On the other hand, 18K has 18 parts gold and 6 parts alloying metals. The higher the karat number, that means the more gold in the jewellery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did You Know?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

24K Gold is considered to be the highest grade of gold jewellery. It\u2019s entirely soft (you can even shape it with your bare hands). It\u2019s so delicate that\u2019s why 14K to 22K are considered to be more durable options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding The Gold Purity Comparison<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To present it more clearly, here\u2019s a simple table that can show the karat value to gold percentages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Karat Value<\/strong><\/td>Gold Percentage<\/strong><\/td>Other Metals<\/strong><\/td>Color Intensity<\/strong><\/td>Durability<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
14K<\/strong><\/td>58.3%<\/td>41.7%<\/td>Light, pale yellow colour.<\/td>Very durable & widely used in fine jewellery.<\/td><\/tr>
18K<\/strong><\/td>75.0%<\/td>25.0%<\/td>Softer and more subdued yellow colour.<\/td>Popular choice, it balances the purity and durability. <\/td><\/tr>
22K<\/strong><\/td>91.7%<\/td>8.3%<\/td>Bright yellow colour.<\/td>Used in top-quality jewellery, rich gold. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gold Metal Goes Beyond Yellow: Heard About White and Rose Gold?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pure yellow gold is beautiful, we all know it, but it truly isn\u2019t strong enough to handle the everyday chaos of daily life. To make it a bit durable, it\u2019s important to mix it with different metals. Interestingly, these alloy metals can also change the colour. Here\u2019s the list of top gold colours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n