Gold Karats - 4 Essential Facts About Karat Gold Before Making Your Next Purchase

By Adrian Harrison

This informative online gold karats FAQ (frequently ask questions) guide will give you the knowledge to not get ripped off next time you buy karat gold jewelery at an online jewelery store or at a regular jewelry store.

Gold Karats FAQ Guide
There are many different types of gold available from regular jewelry stores and online jewelery stores all around the world. Understanding the difference will help you make a better informed decision when purchasing your next piece of fine karat gold jewelry.
This is why I've put together this gold karats FAQ guide. 

Sell Gold For Money - Why Karats Matter When Selling Gold For Money

By Frank Kerley

Frank Kerley
Level: Platinum

Frank Kerley has spent 10 years in the gold jewelry industry with much of his experience in buying and selling scrap gold. He is an ...

When you sell gold for money you should know that the karat rating of your gold will be a major factor in the appraised value of your gold. Karats are an important consideration when you are looking to sell gold for money.

Gold - Karat Indicates The Purity

By Dr. Mark Clayson

Dr. Mark Clayson
Level: Platinum

I am an experienced professional, graduating from King’s College, London in 1986 with a medical degree (MBBS). I have progressed in the medical world culminating ...

Karat can be spelt in different ways - carat or karat. The derivation is from the ancient word for weight. Without going into particular historical details, carat / karat is therefore a measure of quantity. Although their meanings are similar there are differences in their reference. Carat is used in the measurement of weight of gemstones whereas karat refers to the purity of gold.