When people want to sell gold jewellery, they often hear terms like 8, 14, 18 or 24 karat. But not everyone knows exactly what these numbers mean. Yet it's important because karats have a direct impact on the value of your gold.
What do karats mean?
Karats indicate how much pure gold an object contains. The higher the karat, the greater the proportion of pure gold. Pure gold is usually designated as 24 karat (999/1000).
24 karat
24 karat gold contains virtually only pure gold. It has a deep, warm gold colour and high intrinsic value. It is mainly used in gold bars and investment coins.
18 karat
18 karat gold (750/1000) is very popular for quality jewellery. It combines a beautiful appearance with better durability than 24 karat.
14 karat
14 karat gold (585/1000) is also very common. It contains less pure gold than 18 karat but is more resistant for daily use.
8 karat
8 karat gold (333/1000) contains a lower percentage of pure gold but is still valuable, especially in quantity.
Conclusion
The difference between 8, 14, 18 and 24 karat gold lies in the pure gold content. Check the current prices per karat or contact us for a free appraisal.
