Post updated: Jun 6, 2020
Anyone who wants to pamper themselves or a loved one with a precious gift thinks about what kind of gold is best to buy. The modern precious metals market offers a wide selection of gold products in different shades, such as white, red, yellow, green and even black.
The color of the gold product and its composition
As is known, at this stage of development of the precious metals industry, most of them represent different types of alloys of gold and some other metals. Therefore, when you come to a jewelry store, you will in any case think about what kind of gold is better, where to buy it and what country of origin it should be from.
Impurities in the alloy are otherwise called alloy additives. The color of the gold product and its structure will depend on the quantity and composition of these additives. As an example: if gold itself is alloyed with platinum, zinc or nickel, it will have a white color; if gold is alloyed with silver, then yellow (the most popular), and an unusual red tint will be obtained if gold is alloyed with copper.
"Red" gold.
It is important to note that the sample of the product will depend on the amount of additives. If the metal contains a large number of additives, then there will be less gold in it and its purity will become lower, thus the metal itself will become an order of magnitude cheaper.
Based on all of the above, we can conclude that gold alloyed with platinum will cost much more than gold alloyed with nickel.
One more piece of advice regarding the composition of the precious item. There are often cases when one or another additive in an alloy with gold causes an allergic reaction, so make sure that you or your loved one does not have one.
Don't miss the point
OST regulates not only the quality of products, but also the preparation of documentation for them.
Take a close look at the jewelry tag. It must contain the following information: name and legal address of the manufacturer, name and article number of the product, metal and its purity, weight of the product in grams, price per 1 gram, price of the product, size (for rings, chains and bracelets), designation of the industry standard (OCT 117-3-002-95) and QC stamp. If the jewelry contains precious inserts, then their name and detailed description.
Also, the jewelry store is required to indicate the number and date of receipt documents for the product. The financially responsible person who accepted the product into the store signs.
The tag itself can be of different shapes and colors, but it is always made of thick paper. The tag is attached to the product with a thread, the ends of which are secured with a metal seal.
At the Wedding Ring Palace, you can always check the information on the manufacturer's tag. At your request, a sales consultant will weigh the product so that you can verify the accuracy of the weight indicated on the tag.
What is the secret of the low cost of gold from Turkey and Egypt?
Which gold is better: Turkish or Egyptian is a complex question. Let's try to figure it out below.
As you know, precious metals from Turkey and Egypt can be purchased much cheaper than all others, especially if purchased directly in the producing country. And they are inexpensive because there gold is never alloyed with silver, but most often with copper. It is the high copper content in the product that makes it so cheap. But of course, such products have some negative sides. For example, when you decide which gold is better to buy: Turkish or Egyptian, keep in mind that the first one darkens quite quickly if left without proper care, and the second one has reduced resistance to environmental influences.
It is impossible not to mention the peculiarities of the local ligature of gold products. The appearance is significantly different from domestic gold. There it is dimmer and almost does not shimmer when exposed to direct sunlight.
Which gold is best to buy is a complex and multifaceted question, but having an idea of its composition, you can already draw some conclusions.
Unfortunately, Turkish and Egyptian gold can even crack or shatter in cold weather temperatures. Therefore, once you decide to purchase such products, do not be discouraged by the fact that it may soon deteriorate. In other words, it is best to treat such jewelry as expensive jewelry.
Trust your feelings
Industry standard 117-3-002-95 of 1998 defines the requirements imposed by the state for the manufacture, packaging, documentation, transportation and storage of jewelry made from precious metals.
Carefully inspect the product and touch it. In accordance with the OST, signs of a low-quality product are: any traces of a tool on the front of the product, locks that unfasten spontaneously, porosity, unpolished surfaces. The product should not have cracks, holes, burrs, or waviness.
Our store's assortment consists of products that we have produced ourselves. We also sell jewelry from partners who are members of the Russian Guild of Jewelers and who have been on the jewelry market for more than 20 years. Nevertheless, the technical control department meticulously inspects each product before it reaches our store window. The slightest discrepancy with the OST – and the product is sent back to the factory.
What is the success of gold products from Italy?
To begin with, it is worth noting that Italian gold is one of the best in the world. In addition, this country is the largest exporter of precious metals. Therefore, when traveling around the world and thinking about where is the best place to buy gold, pay attention to this country.
Italian products are even different in appearance: they have a bright yellow tint, beautiful iridescence, and there are completely no inserts of other colors. Such qualities are achieved due to the absence of copper or silver in the composition of the products.
Despite this, craftsmen from Italy always try to keep up with the times, therefore, in order to give the metal interesting shades, they still alloy gold with other additives.
In most cases, precious metal from Italy is made from gold of the following grades:
- 990-999th (24-karat);
- 750th (18 carat);
- 585th (14 carat).
Each Italian product is a complete work of art and clearly answers the question of which gold is the best of all. Even professionals in their field have always admired gold from Italy. Firstly, this metal is distinguished by special polishing, which is carried out only in this country. Secondly, the Italians work out and hone all the details, even the most insignificant ones, down to the smallest detail.
The worldwide success and recognition of Italy as a trendsetter in jewelry fashion came to it immediately after such brands as Gucci and Armani entered the jewelry market. Thus, Italian products always have the highest standard, and their presence once again emphasizes the status and sense of style of its owner.
How to check the authenticity of silver
Silver is available to almost everyone, but even it is often counterfeited. There are several ways to help distinguish a precious metal from a cheap alloy. First of all, a test. The hallmark must be present even on designer handmade products. Other methods:
- Thermal conductivity . The noble metal is known for its high thermal conductivity, and therefore silver items heat up faster from the palm of your hand.
- Shine . If you place an item made of base metal next to silver jewelry, the former will better reflect light and shine.
- Sound . When something falls on a hard, flat surface, the sound will be thin and ringing, not dull.
- Chalk . As for how to check silver with chalk, it’s easy to do: rub the surface of the item with chalk - if the chalk turns black, then you can safely buy the item.
Testing with iodine or nitric acid is not recommended so as not to damage the product
Where is the best place to buy gold jewelry?
Fake gold can be found quite often these days.
Unfortunately, not everyone can afford to purchase a precious item in a jewelry store that will provide you with all possible guarantees of quality. Therefore, people often do not neglect dubious jewelry stores and buy gold in shopping malls or on the Internet. In most cases, they will purchase low-quality goods, even for little money. Markets are also not recommended as a place to buy jewelry.
Consequently, the question of which gold is best to buy fades into the background and buyers will be mainly interested in where to purchase gold.
But where is the best place to buy high-quality metal, if you can even deceive in jewelry stores? It is better to buy gold in places that you have known for a long time. And the longer, the better. For example, you remember from childhood that here, in this place, there was a jewelry store all your life and it still stands there to this day. This will be further proof that he runs a good business and offers his customers a quality product.
This does not mean that all new salons will deceive you and offer gold of dubious quality. The fact is that they have not yet earned their reputation, and jewelry costs a lot of money, so it is better not to take any unnecessary risks.
If we talk about what kind of gold is best to buy in these salons, then it is definitely the one that has a clearly visible mark that does not raise even the slightest doubt about its authenticity. Also, pay attention to the inside of the decoration. Absolutely all products must be made carefully without any defects.
Remember about age
Everyone knows that every age is beautiful in its own way. But let's not write off the fact that everything should be in place. If a mature woman “decorates” herself like a Christmas tree, using an incredible amount of massive stones on all her fingers, it will not only look ridiculous, but also vulgar.
Therefore, remember: brightness suits youth, restraint suits age. A large bright accessory will look quite organic on a young girl, emphasizing her carefree character.
An older woman should demonstrate her stature using noble jewelry with graceful silhouettes that complement the soft contours of the entire image.
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The best time to buy a precious item
Having some ideas about where and what kind of gold is best to buy, it’s worth thinking about when is the best time to do it. Buying gold at a certain moment, thought out in advance, is much more profitable. But how to calculate this moment?
This question may mainly arise from those who make a purchase for the first time and are new to the structure of the market system. Below are some tips on this matter.
To begin with, you need to remember the main thing: during promotions and all kinds of seasonal sales, it is not recommended to purchase jewelry, no matter what favorable conditions are offered by the store. Most often, promotions apply to outdated products, or those that are not of particular quality and resistance to damage.
Also, avoid bulk purchases. For example, when a jewelry store offers discounts on the second, third, and subsequent items, it is best to refuse the offer. As a result, some of them will be of poor quality.
It is also not a good idea to buy gold jewelry on the eve of various holidays. It is best to purchase gold jewelry with an eye on the growth of the dollar or euro. Don't expect maximum lows or highs. Choose the most stable moment when the rate fluctuates in a relatively small range.
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We are all good-looking. Some are built like a mountain fallow deer, while others, on the contrary, boast “appetizing” forms. It is impossible to compare us, because this is fundamentally wrong. You need to love your unique appearance and emphasize all its positive aspects.
Those with long fingers don't have to worry. Almost any style of ring will suit such women. But more “magnificent” people, when choosing a gold ring, must weigh the pros and cons. IN NO EVENT DO NOT decorate your fingers with thick massive rings that will squeeze them in all imaginable and inconceivable places! Don't choose too bright accessories. Your option is delicate classic rings or products with an asymmetrical elongated shape. This model will visually make your fingers longer and thinner.
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Advantages and disadvantages of red and yellow gold
I would like to note that all the pros and cons of the red and yellow varieties of precious metal depend on the composition and alloy components that affect the final properties of the alloy.
The main positive difference between red gold is its higher hardness compared to other brands. Disadvantages include increased oxidative capacity.
Yellow gold, as a rule, is softer, loses its luster faster due to the appearance of small scratches, but is more resistant to environmental influences, and alloys of 750 carat and higher are not subject to oxidation at all.
