Publish Date: 26 Jun 2022 Finance Today
After the official launch of 14 karat gold on the Egyptian market Faydety is here to explore the topic of 14 Karat gold and 18 Karat gold. What are the advantages and disadvantages of 14 karat gold and is the difference only in price?
Let’s start by saying that the Goldsmith Division of the Federation of Egyptian Chamber of Commerce officially launched 14 karat gold on the market with the purpose of combating the increase in gold prices. 14 karat gold is already quite popular in other countries such as Italy and Turkey.
How to calculate the Commission on gold in 2022?
18K gold is made out of 75% pure gold and 25% other alloys such as Palladium for example while 14K gold is made out of 58% pure gold and the remaining 42% are made-up of other alloys.
14K gold contains other alloys and unlike pure gold which is very fine to the touch and can be scratched easily 14 karat gold is more durable. Pure gold’s colour is closer to orange-yellow than the bright yellow we usually associate with gold.
What does it mean to invest in gold?
Now that you know the advantages and disadvantages of each it all depends on your taste, purpose of the jewellery and your budget. Factors such as your lifestyle are also involved.