Metal Guide

Why Gold Is Used For Jewellery?

Following are the main reasons why gold is used for jewellery:

• It does not tarnish
• It does not react with air
• It is malleable
• It holds its value

What Is Gold Colour?

Gold in its natural form is always yellow. It does not come in any other natural colour. Its colour can be changed by mixing different colour alloys. The choice of gold depends on the particular type of jewellery. The following are the different colours that are currently very popular.

• Yellow
• White
• Rose/Pink

Solitaire Engagement Rings Brilliant Cut Diamond

From

$1,138

Channel Setting Round Full Eternity Diamond Ring

From

$873

4 Prong Double Heart Diamond Pendants

From

$316

Yellow/White Gold Diamond Stud Earrings

From

$316

Flush Set Classic Diamond Bangle

From

$4,859

Prong Setting Trilogy Diamond Engagement Ring

From

$1,077

Full Bezel Set Round Solitaire Diamond Pendant

From

$384

Emerald Cut Diamond Long Drop Earrings

From

$2,560

Tennis Bracelet Round Brilliant Cut Line

From

$2,315

What Is Gold Purity?

The higher the proportion of gold used in the final metal, the more valuable and expensive the metal will be. So all other things being the same, an 18K ring will be more expensive than a 14K ring and a 14K ring will be more expensive than a 9K ring.

• 9K gold denotes 37.5% gold purity. 9K is the minimum standard used in Australia and is widely used for making profound jewellery to minimise the cost.
• 14K gold denotes 58.3% gold purity and it often comes stamped with 585.
• 18k gold denotes 75.0% gold purity. 18K is highly recommended for fine jewellery.
• 22K gold denotes 91.7% gold purity. Gold in 22K is very soft and is not suitable for manufacturing studded jewellery. It can be used for plain gold jewellery.
• 24K gold denotes 100% gold purity. Gold in this form is extremely soft and cannot be used for any type of jewellery making.