Gold purity is measured in karats, with 24K being the purest form. The karat scale includes 24K, 22K, 18K, 14K, and 10K, each representing different levels of gold content.
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24K Gold: Contains 99.99% pure gold, making it the highest purity level available.
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22K Gold: Comprises 91.7% gold, with 8.3% made up of other metals.
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18K Gold: Has 75% gold content, with the remaining 25% consisting of various alloys like copper.
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14K Gold: Includes 58.3% gold, while 41.7% is other metals.
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10K Gold: Contains 41.7% gold, with the rest being other materials.
These different purities reflect the varying balance between gold and alloy metals, impacting both the color and durability of the gold.