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The term "karat" originates from the carob seeds traditionally used as a unit of weight for precious stones and metals. Each carob seed was relatively uniform in weight, making it a practical choice for measuring gems. Over time, the term evolved, and "karat" became associated specifically with gold purity, where pure gold is defined as 24 karats.

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