Gold: what grades and colors are there?

The following types of gold are most often used in jewelry:

1. 24 carats (999 fine) is pure gold, but because of its softness and tendency to scratches, it is not very practical for everyday use.

2. 18 carat (750 fine) - contains 75% gold and 25% other metals, providing good strength and resistance to damage.

3. 14 carats (585 fine) - contains 58.5% gold and 41.5% other metals, also has good strength and is popular in the production of decorated.

4. 10 carats (417 fine) - contains 41.7% gold and 58.3% other metals, a more durable and cheaper option for jewelry.

These gold samples are the most common in the jewelry industry and offer different balances between beauty, durability and price.

All jewelry made of precious metals, which are produced and sold by Jewelry Mystetstvo, have the mark of the Ukrainian Assay Office. The stamp is a mandatory element to confirm the metal sample and guarantee its quality. The mark of the Ukrainian Assay Office provides buyers with confidence that the jewelry meets established standards and is responsible for the quality of the product.

The Ukrainian Assay Office uses the following types of hallmarks:

1. A stamp with the image of the coat of arms of Ukraine is an official stamp confirming the hallmark of gold in the Ukrainian Assay Office.

2. Manufacturer's logo - may contain information about the manufacturer or brand of the gold product.

To apply the mark of the Ukrainian Assay Office on jewelry made of precious metals, both mechanical and laser methods are used.

The mechanical method of applying a mark involves the use of a special tool that cuts out or imprints the mark on the metal. This method requires experience and precision on the part of the craftsman to ensure that the mark is clearly and legibly applied.

The laser method of applying a mark is a more modern and accurate method. Laser engraving allows you to create a clearer, more detailed mark on your jewelry and also provides a high degree of precision and control over the process.

There are several common colors of gold, which are determined by impurities of other metals in the alloy.

Some of the most popular colors of gold include:

1. Yellow (lemon) gold is the most common color of gold in the world, which is obtained by adding copper and silver to the alloy. It has a warm shade and is a classic choice for jewelry.

2. White gold - to create white gold, metals such as nickel, palladium or rhodium are added to the gold alloy. This color of gold has a colder shade and is often used for wedding rings and other decorations.

3. Rose gold - to give gold a pink shade, copper is added to the alloy. The more copper is added, the more saturated and bright the pink shade becomes. Rose gold usually has a warm and delicate shade, which makes it a popular choice for jewelry and jewelry. Rose gold can also be called "red" gold depending on the color intensity. This color of gold is popular in the jewelry industry of the countries of the former Soviet Union and is often used to create ornaments with a romantic and feminine look.