How Much Do You Know About Gold Purity?
Gold has long been a symbol of wealth and status, and its value has endured through the ages. However, there are many types of gold products on the market, labelled with a variety of purities, such as 9999 gold, 999 gold, 916 gold, 18K gold, and even 14K gold. What do these numbers actually mean? As 萬盛珠寶金行, a business with nearly 70 years of history, we understand the importance of clarifying these concepts to help you buy and sell gold more wisely.
Gold purity is usually expressed as a "per mille" value or in "karats." Per mille represents the number of parts of gold in every 1000 parts of the alloy, while karat (K) is another internationally recognised unit of purity, with pure gold being 24K. The table below clearly lists the gold content, common uses, and recycling considerations for different gold purities:
Common Gold Purity Table
| Gold Type | Gold Content (Per Mille) | Gold Content (Karat) | Common Jewellery Types | 萬盛珠寶金行 Recycling Calculation Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9999 Gold | 999.9‰ | 24K | Gold bars, gold grains, some pure gold jewellery | Calculated based on the international gold price; highest purity |
| 999 Gold (Pure Gold) | 999‰ | 24K | Traditional pure gold jewellery (dragon-and-phoenix bangles, gold chains), gold coins | Calculated based on the international gold price; second-highest purity |
| 916 Gold | 916‰ | 22K | Some more intricately designed gold jewellery, Indian gold jewellery | Recycling price calculated based on actual gold content |
| 18K Gold | 750‰ | 18K | Diamond jewellery settings (white gold, yellow gold, rose gold), fashion accessories | Recycling price calculated based on actual gold content |
| 14K Gold | 585‰ | 14K | Some lightweight jewellery, Western-style accessories | Recycling price calculated based on actual gold content |
萬盛珠寶金行: Your Gold Recycling Expert
At 萬盛珠寶金行, we draw on nearly seventy years of professional experience to provide a fair and transparent gold recycling service. Whether your gold item is a 9999 gold bar or an old piece of 14K gold jewellery, we can offer you a competitive recycling price based on that day's international gold price and its true gold content. As karat gold jewellery has a relatively lower gold content, we calculate precisely according to its actual gold purity, ensuring that every bit of your item's value is recognised.
We understand what gold means to our customers, and we are committed to providing professional and trustworthy service. If you have any questions about the purity of gold jewellery at home, or would like to know its recycling value, please feel free to visit 萬盛珠寶金行 at any time for enquiries. Our team of experts is happy to answer your questions and offers a free valuation service, so you can trade with peace of mind.