🪙 What is Gold?
Gold is a precious metal known for its shine, purity, and value. It does not rust, tarnish, or lose shine easily, which is why it is used in jewellery for thousands of years.
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🔥 Properties of Gold
•Soft metal → Pure gold (24K) is very soft
•Doesn’t rust or react → Long-lasting
•Highly malleable → Can be shaped into thin sheets
•Good conductor → Used in electronics, too
🥇 Gold Purity (Karat System)
Purity is measured in Karat (K).
24K = 99.9% pure gold
Soft, not suitable for most jewellery.
22K = 91.6% pure gold
Most common for Indian jewellery.
18K = 75% pure gold
Stronger, premium diamond jewellery uses this.
14K, 10K
Used in Western countries, affordable and durable.
💰 Types of Gold Used in Jewellery
1. Yellow Gold
Natural color of gold.
High purity, traditional jewellery.
2. White Gold
Gold mixed with metals like palladium/nickel.
Modern, used for diamonds.
3. Rose Gold
Gold + copper
Romantic color, trending among youngsters.
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🧪 Hallmarking
Always look for BIS Hallmark in India:
•916 → 22K
•750 → 18K
•585 → 14K
•Ensures purity and trust.