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Gold Education

Its strength aside, gold is the most malleable of all metals. Gold is alloyed with a mixture of metals for it is too soft to be worn daily. The purity of gold is indicated by karatage, or the symbol “K”. 100% gold is denoted by 24K, because karatage is conveyed in 24ths. The color of metal is determined by the metal alloy in its mixture, and the percentage of each metal alloy.

 For better understanding of Karatage, observe the following:

24 karat = 100% gold Too pure and therefore soft to withstand every day wear.

22 karat = 91.7% gold not durable; not recommended

18 karat = 75.0% gold Recommended for fine jewelry

14 karat = 58.3% gold Recommended for jewelry

12 karat = 50.0% gold Not acceptable for jewelry

10 karat = 41.7% gold The legal karat limit considered as real gold in the United States

Diamond Education

For most individuals, the experience of purchasing a diamond is overwhelming. However, this should not be the case, for it is simple to understand the quality characteristics of a diamond. The discovery of the diamond occurred in India in 500 B.C., with its name originating from the Greek word “Adamas”. The term “Adamas” suggests the eternity of love, which is a common symbol of the diamond today. Diamonds are composed of a single element, and are the purest of all gemstones. Diamonds come in unique and various shapes, such as the following: round, princess, emerald, asscher, marquise, oval, radiant, pear, heart, and cushion. The “round” diamond has gained most popularity for the past 100 years. However, the shape of a diamond should be chosen by personal interest rather than popularity.

Platinum Education

Platinum was introduced near the end of the 19th century as a precious metal. Platinum is defined by its profound luster and vibrant white color. It is considered to have more value than gold or palladium. The significant purpose of platinum is for setting expensive gemstones, for its durability and color amplify the beauty of diamonds and precious gems. Unlike white gold and yellow gold, the prongs of platinum do not wear down and require reinforcement. You can differentiate platinum from other precious metals by its density and weight. It’s purity often prevents any cause of allergic reactions. The following symbols are commonly used to identify platinum: PL, PT, PLAT, 950, or PT950. The use of platinum is dominant in the category of wedding and engagement rings.