Gold Guides

Gold guide

Use this library to decode the language used in gold watches and jewellery. Purity marks, hallmarks and surface finishes are easy to confuse, and those differences can materially change value.

PURITY

9ct vs 14ct vs 18ct Gold

Compare fineness, gold content and the practical trade-offs between common alloys.

UK BUYERS

How to Read UK Gold Hallmarks

Understand sponsor, fineness and Assay Office marks before buying qualifying precious-metal items.

MATERIALS

Gold-Tone vs Plated vs Solid Gold

Learn which descriptions refer to precious metal and which mainly describe appearance or coating.

More gold terminology