How Much Gold Karat is Best For You?

If you are a jewellery lover, you might have come across the world Karat while deciding on gold jewellery. Wondering what exactly this word means and which form is the best choice for price and durability? If yes, you are at the right spot. Let’s have a look at the difference between the popular karats and how the gold measures in the blog. 

Understanding Karat in Gold 

Karat is a unit of measurement for gold that also refers to its purity. In simple words, the amount of pure gold present in the metallic alloy is the Karat. The gold Karat has 1/24 parts, which means the gold purity depends on the number of parts it contains. For instance, if a compound has an 18/24 part of gold, it means it has 18 Karat of gold. So, the higher the Karat, the higher the amount of gold in a jewellery piece. 

Now you might be wondering why gold is alloyed with other metals? Well! It is because the 24 Karat gold is too malleable to be used in its pure form; therefore, it is amalgamated with other metals such as silver, copper and more. 

Gold Karat Variation

Gold used in jewellery is categorised based on the portion used in the making. Here are some popular Karats and their traits that you need to know: 

14 Karat

It means the alloy or a jewellery piece has 14 out of 24 parts of gold. This portion of gold makes it ideal for everyday jewellery like rings, studs and more. A 14 karat gold jewellery means there is a 58% of pure gold mixed with 42% of other metals. Furthermore, it is widely used for dailywear as you get a decent amount of gold at slightly affordable prices. 

18 Karat

The jewellery item made of 75% gold and 25% of other metals is an 18 Karat gold. It can have yellow, white and rose gold colours – popular choices for casual and office wear jewellery. But know that it comes with more amount of gold than he 14 Karat gold, making it an expensive option than the 14 Karat. 

22 Karat

Just like its name suggests, 22 out of 24 parts of gold are used for the making of gold items. The 91% pure gold is mixed with 9% of other metals to achieve the 22 Karat gold mixture for the jewellery. The 22 Karat gold has a warmer yellowish colour tone. With a high level of purity, it is used for fine and luxury jewellery items and is more malleable than 14 and 18 karat gold, with a greater tendency for scratches. Its high purity level makes it an expensive option. 

24 Karat

The 24 Karat gold is the pure form of gold, alloyed with zero other metals. Know that this gold is extremely malleable and is not a good choice for jewellery pieces. It is identified by its pure bright yellow colour as it is not mixed with other metals. People often purchase pure 24-karat gold for investments in the form of coins. 

How Much Karat of Gold Should You Use?

14 Karat, 18 Karat, 22 Karat and 24 Karat are the popular choices for gold available in the market. But if you are wondering which one to opt for, then there is no specific answer to that. It completely depends on your budget and other requirements. For instance, for white gold jewellery, the 18 Karat gold is often a suitable choice for people. 

Each one has its own properties and features, and is different from the other in the following way: 

Conclusion

To sum up, the gold cannot be used in its pure form as it is highly flexible. This is why it is mixed with other metals. The amount of gold present in the alloy is measured in Karats (K). Furthermore, the 14 Karat, 18 Karat, 22 Karat and 24 Karat are some popular choices. But know that the higher the amount of gold, more the price of the jewellery item. However, know that the gold price in Pakistan is currently Rs. 452,700 per tola for 24 Karat gold. 

Don’t forget to check the ongoing price of gold in the country before making a decision. 

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