How to differentiate types of gold and silver jewelry

1. Types of Gold

• 24K Gold – 99.9% pure, bright yellow, soft, mainly for investment and traditional pieces.

• 18K Gold – 75% gold, durable and elegant, ideal for fine jewelry.

• 14K Gold – 58.5% gold, stronger and affordable, popular in daily wear.

• 10K Gold – 41.7% gold, very durable and budget-friendly, less yellow in color.

• White Gold – Gold mixed with palladium/nickel, coated with rhodium for a bright white finish.

• Rose Gold – Gold mixed with copper, giving a romantic pink tone.

2. Types of Silver

• Fine Silver (99.9%) – Pure, soft, bright but less durable.

• 950 Silver – 95% silver + 5% alloy, higher purity than sterling, softer, more premium

• Sterling Silver (925) – 92.5% silver + 7.5% alloy, stronger and most common worldwide.

• Italian/Thai/German Silver – Variants of 925 silver, known for unique craftsmanship.

3. How to Identify

✅ Color: Pure gold = deeper yellow; lower karats = lighter.
✅ Hallmarks: Gold marked 24K/18K/14K, silver marked 925.
✅ Durability: Pure metals are softer; alloys are harder.
✅ Buy from trusted sources to ensure authenticity.

 Conclusion

• For long-term investment → choose 24K gold.

• For durable, stylish jewelry → 14K, 18K, or 925 silver are best choices.

At Giao Long Jewelry, we specialize in 925 sterling silver, 14K/18K gold, and gemstone jewelry, offering both custom and wholesale manufacturing worldwide.