The purities of Gold is mentioned in carats- 24K purest and 10K lowest purity

Gold has been the centre of attraction for everyone across the globe since it was discovered. It is the most cherished and non-perishable metal and hence was the measuring standard for the currencies of countries. Gold does not lose its sheen or is subject to rust or any other kind of wear and tear; hence it is liked by the world. It has the capacity to hold its value and even give higher returns. The longer the period of holding the gold, the higher is the return on investment. Over some centuries, the gold has assumed the importance of being the second line of defence for people requiring immediate cash, first being hand loans. The exchange value of gold is also equally high. With all said and done, the question remains, how to buy gold? What should be the criteria or checklist before buying gold? If it only a casual occasion, and if the buyer is looking to invest in something which is gold, then it does not matter whichever form of gold he buys so long as it looks good to the user. Bu, when buying jewellery for occasion like engagement or wedding, care has to be exercised.

Gold comes in many shapes and quality parameters. The gold plated pendant necklace is usually under the category of 18K gold jewellery and sometimes, it may go up to 22 K gold jewellery. The higher the quantity of carat mentioned in "K" the higher the purity of gold. The 18K gold jewellery thus contains 18 parts of gold and 6 parts of other metal like copper, aluminium or titanium. 

Gold plating ear rings and gold plating jewellery may lose its lustre and shine due to wear and tear. But just have it polished by a trusted jeweller and the shine is returned. Gold is thus easy to work on and so is sterling silver jewellery. The quality and colour of the gold differs and is usallyy found in white and yellow colours. The quality also differs with the make of the gold such as a plate, hollow or sold as solid piece. The purity of the gold is generally marked as 18K gold jewellery, 10K gold, 14 K gold and the purest form is 24 K gold. The 925 silver value on the other hand determines the purity of silver in the jewellery. 925 silver value denotes that the silver content is 9325 gms in one kilogram of silver and 5 gms of impurity.