Understanding
14K Gold:
A Buyer's Guide
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Understanding 14K Gold: A Buyer's Guide
Understanding 14K Gold: A Buyer's Guide
Not sure where to start when buying 14K gold jewelry? You’re not alone. This guide will help you understand 14K gold and why it is a popular choice for everyday wear.
The key to understanding gold is knowing its purity, which is measured in karats (K). Pure gold is 24K and is 99.9% pure or higher. However, because pure gold is very soft, it's not ideal for jewelry that you want to wear every day. To create durable and long-lasting jewelry, pure gold is mixed with other metal alloys. When you hear “14K,” it means the jewelry is 14 parts pure gold and 10 parts other metals. This gives it a purity of 58.3%, and you might see it stamped with '14K' or '583'.
14K vs. 18K: A Buyer's Guide
While browsing, you'll often see 14K gold jewelry and 18K gold jewelry. The main difference between these two is the percentage of pure gold they contain. This difference in composition has a direct impact on the jewelry's characteristics, making one more suitable for your lifestyle than the other.
14K vs. 18K:
A Buyer's Guide
While browsing, you'll often see 14K gold jewelry and 18K gold jewelry. The main difference between these two is the percentage of pure gold they contain. This difference in composition has a direct impact on the jewelry's characteristics, making one more suitable for your lifestyle than the other.
A Look at White Gold and Platinum Jewelry
For those who prefer a silvery-white look, both white gold and platinum are excellent options. But it is important to know the difference between them.
Effy Jewelry's white gold is rhodium plated to give it a bright, lustrous and crisp white finish. While this plating makes it look brilliant, it may wear off over time so it’s a good idea to have your jewelry re-plated every 1-3 years, depending on how often you’re wearing your white gold jewelry.
Platinum, on the other hand, is a naturally silvery-white metal that does not require plating. It is also much denser and heavier than gold. This makes platinum a wonderful choice for durable, low-maintenance engagement rings, but not necessarily for earrings or other jewelry where weight might be a factor.
The Enduring Value of Gold Jewelry
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, gold jewelry is a store of value that has endured beyond any other asset class in history. Gold's rarity, beauty and durability have shaped human history. While higher karat gold has a greater intrinsic value, the true value of gold jewelry lies in its craftsmanship and design. The beauty of purchasing gold jewelry today is the knowledge that you are creating a future heirloom. That is why our designs are both modern and timeless.
At Effy Jewelry, we create our elaborate and imaginative designs with detailed settings and a kaleidoscope of gemstones using 14K gold. Our unique gold alloys, including those in our D'Oro collection, were created to perfectly showcase the diamonds and gemstones in our gold jewelry.
A Timeless Investment to Be Worn
We manufacture our pieces in 14K and 18K gold because we are a quality brand. This ensures you receive a piece with a high amount of gold without compromising on the durability needed for everyday wear.
With a piece from Effy Jewelry, you are creating an heirloom that is meant to be worn all day, every day and passed down to the next generation. Ready to explore? Check out our incredible collection of 14K gold jewelry and discover your new favorite today.
