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Decoding Diamond & White Gold Ring Markings: 14kt, 2W, 374 Explained


Question
I have what appears to be a white gold ring with diamonds set.  Inside are the markings "14kt", "2W" and "374". Can you tell me what these markings mean?  Also, what is the difference between a 14kt marking and a 14k marking?  Thanks!

Answer
14K and 14KT mean the same. 374 means 9K and I think the 2W is a company marking possibaly meaning white gold. This I'm not sure of.
It seams you may have both 14K and 9K in the ring.

Arthur DeMello GG (GIA)
http://www.nationalgemologicallaboratory.com