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It should be stamped with a "hallmark."
A hallmark for silver should be "925." This indicates 92.5% pure sterling silver.
Another hallmark for silver could be "STERLING".
A U.S. hallmark for gold would be 10K or 14K or 18K indicating the gold content.
Pure 100% gold would be 24K; 10K is 41.67% gold; 14K is 58.33% gold; 18K is 75% gold.
What else can I help you with?
Is white gold silver or is it gold?
White gold is gold with different alloys than yellow gold. Gold comes in all sorts of varieties (green gold, antique gold, yg, wg, etc). You can tell because it is measured in karats, whereas silver is not - anything called sterling, for example, must be at least 92.5% silver.
How do you know if a ring is white gold or platinum?
There are several ways to tell if a ring is white gold or platinum. The first and easiest way to tell what a ring is, look for the hallmark inside the ring. If you notice a 10k or .475 stamp, it means that it is 10k gold (or 47.5% gold). If there is a 14k or .585 stamp inside, it means its 14k gold (or 58.5% gold). If you see a 18k or .750 stamp, its 18k gold (or 75% gold). If you see a stamp that says PLAT, or is stamped .950 or .900, then it is a platinum ring. There are other ways to tell if it is platinum or white gold as well. Platinum is usually 60% heavier than 14k gold. So take a ring that you KNOW is gold and compare it with the weight of the ring in question. If the ring in question is much heavier than the gold ring, then it is most likely platinum. Additionally, if the ring in question has a yellow or tarnished look to it, then it is most likely gold. If you're still unsure, just take it to your local jeweler and ask them to test it for you. They should have several techniques they can use to determine what metal it is. If you don't feel like going out of the house and still need some clarification, there is a great tutorial of precious metals that you can access at the link below this posting. I hope this helps, and good luck!
How do you tell platinum from white gold or silver?
Platinum is denser and heavier than both white gold and silver. You can have a jeweler perform a professional test using acid to determine the metal composition of a piece. Additionally, look for specific hallmarks on the jewelry, as platinum will be stamped with "PLAT" or "950" indicating the purity level.
How can you tell the difference between white gold and sterling silver?
== == White gold is "labeled" by the karat weight on the inner rim of the ring....ex: 10K, 14K, etc... Also, real gold will leave a black mark on your face if wearing base makeup...so I have always been told and found to be true as I only wear white gold or silver...I personally do not like yellow gold. Adding to prior response; Marks on a piece generally don't mean much unless purchased from a reputable jeweler. Buy a nitric acid testing kid and follow the instructions. Also try using a magnet on the piece, if it's attracted to a magnet- don't bother buying the rest kit, it's not real. Another way to tell between silver and gold- Silver is slightly more gray, gold has a brighter shine to it, silver will tarnish fairly quickly (5-20 years)- gold takes 100+ years to tarnish.
How do you tell if a diamond ring is real?
Take the ring to a certified gemologist for a professional inspection. They can use specialized tools to evaluate the quality and authenticity of the diamond. Additionally, you can look for a marking on the ring's band that indicates the material (e.g., "925" for sterling silver, "14K" for gold).
What do the numbers mean inside of silver rings?
Depending on the number you see inside the ring (for silver rings it is .925 most of the time) These numbers tell you how "pure" the precious metal you are wearing is and keeps others guessing if your ring is just a fake looking silver colored ring or an authentic silver ring.
Is white gold silver or is it gold?
White gold is gold with different alloys than yellow gold. Gold comes in all sorts of varieties (green gold, antique gold, yg, wg, etc). You can tell because it is measured in karats, whereas silver is not - anything called sterling, for example, must be at least 92.5% silver.
How do you know if a ring is white gold or platinum?
There are several ways to tell if a ring is white gold or platinum. The first and easiest way to tell what a ring is, look for the hallmark inside the ring. If you notice a 10k or .475 stamp, it means that it is 10k gold (or 47.5% gold). If there is a 14k or .585 stamp inside, it means its 14k gold (or 58.5% gold). If you see a 18k or .750 stamp, its 18k gold (or 75% gold). If you see a stamp that says PLAT, or is stamped .950 or .900, then it is a platinum ring. There are other ways to tell if it is platinum or white gold as well. Platinum is usually 60% heavier than 14k gold. So take a ring that you KNOW is gold and compare it with the weight of the ring in question. If the ring in question is much heavier than the gold ring, then it is most likely platinum. Additionally, if the ring in question has a yellow or tarnished look to it, then it is most likely gold. If you're still unsure, just take it to your local jeweler and ask them to test it for you. They should have several techniques they can use to determine what metal it is. If you don't feel like going out of the house and still need some clarification, there is a great tutorial of precious metals that you can access at the link below this posting. I hope this helps, and good luck!
How can you tell the difference between silver and white gold?
Silver is an important precious metal just like gold, however it ranks second in terms of value and importance after gold. Due to the fact that is very flexible and ductile, it is resistant to pressure and can easily bend. As a result, it is often mixed with other metals to increase its durability and strength. White gold contains varying amounts of gold, which is always yellow as well white metals to lighten its color and add strength and durability.
How do you tell platinum from white gold or silver?
Platinum is denser and heavier than both white gold and silver. You can have a jeweler perform a professional test using acid to determine the metal composition of a piece. Additionally, look for specific hallmarks on the jewelry, as platinum will be stamped with "PLAT" or "950" indicating the purity level.
How can you tell the difference between white gold and sterling silver?
== == White gold is "labeled" by the karat weight on the inner rim of the ring....ex: 10K, 14K, etc... Also, real gold will leave a black mark on your face if wearing base makeup...so I have always been told and found to be true as I only wear white gold or silver...I personally do not like yellow gold. Adding to prior response; Marks on a piece generally don't mean much unless purchased from a reputable jeweler. Buy a nitric acid testing kid and follow the instructions. Also try using a magnet on the piece, if it's attracted to a magnet- don't bother buying the rest kit, it's not real. Another way to tell between silver and gold- Silver is slightly more gray, gold has a brighter shine to it, silver will tarnish fairly quickly (5-20 years)- gold takes 100+ years to tarnish.
How much is a 44 karat gold ring worth?
That depends upon what the ring weighs, but I can tell you that gold prices at the present time (2012) are extremely high. Any gold ring is valuable.
What does a144 mean when on a gold ring?
Someone please tell me the answer to this
What does 10A mean on inside of gold ring?
Markings on the inside of a gold ring indicate many things. The number markings could tell the owner how much gold is actually in the ring. for example 14k means 14 karats. The letter could tell the owner if it is gold plating, or gold filling. Sometimes, these letters and numbers are a combination of ring size and the creators mark.
How do you tell if a diamond ring is real?
Take the ring to a certified gemologist for a professional inspection. They can use specialized tools to evaluate the quality and authenticity of the diamond. Additionally, you can look for a marking on the ring's band that indicates the material (e.g., "925" for sterling silver, "14K" for gold).
How do tell white gold from yellow gold?
by identify the color
How much is a silver class ring?
Its only value is in the amount of the metal silver contained within it, which I cannot tell you because you didn't give me the weight of the ring
