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Understanding 24K Gold Stamps on Jewelry: Purity & Value


Question
what does 24kcl stamped on a jewelry means?

Answer
Thank you for your question.

While it's very hard to assess jewelry value or purity without seeing it I would guess that stamps means it is a piece that is either dipped in almost pure gold (gold plated) or is a very high purity level of gold. 24k gold (or 100% pure gold) is not really used in jewelry because it is so soft and can't really take the wear and tear 14k, or 18K can.