Measured pure gold content
Gold in alloys (same thing as GOLD PURITY) is measured in Karatage (sometimes called karats or K). It’s basically the amount of real gold that is in any alloy. In this case, the measurement of the amount of real gold that’s present in a solid gold jewelry.
The most common karat options that can be included in solid gold are 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, and 24K.
10K
Contains 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloyed metals. It’s the hardest and most affordable piece on this list, but it does not have the deep yellow tone that others have since it’s made up of a higher content of alloyed metal.
14K
Contains 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloyed metals. This is one of the two most popular solid gold and it’s ideal for everyday use, as it contains high content of strong metals. 14K pieces are typically used for engagement rings, wedding bands, and so on.
18K
Contains 75% pure gold and 25% alloyed metals. This is the other most common solid gold. 18K jewelries have a deeper yellow hue than 14K obviously because of the higher gold content, however it is more expensive.
22K
Contains 92% pure gold and 8% alloyed metals. This karat option is only a few steps away from 24K. It is very strong and durable, nevertheless, it must be handled with care because it is the softest form of mixed metal jewelry.
24K
Contains 100% pure gold, hence it’s easy to denote that this is the best gold to buy. However, it’s not suitable for making jewelry unless other metals are added. In fact. You can’t do the easiest house chore while wearing a 24K bracelet because little dent will appear on it boldly.
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