Gold is beautiful and elegant ad that is the reason why Gold Jewellery never goes out of fashion and style. It is always trendy.Gold is such a precious metal that retains its value. It has the tendency to last for ages with proper handling and care because of its durable nature. So, whether you are shopping for special event or you want to give yourself a special treat, buying Gold Jewellery can be a wonderful experience. The cost of gold is not always fixed but various and is influenced by some factors such as karat, the place where you buy it as well as its weight. For these reasons, learning how to buy gold jewellery will enable you secure beautiful pieces of high quality that will bring you many years of fulfillment.Here are the steps to take.
1. Make a researchIn making a research, you need to understand the karat amounts in gold jewellery so as to know how it will affect the price and durability of each piece you are looking to buy. Gold is measured in karats with 24 karat gold being pure. Gold is commonly mixed with base metals such as zinc, copper, nickel, palladium and silver to make it more durable and to lower its cost because gold in its purest form is soft and is not practical for daily wear.
2. Get to know the karat markingsMajority of gold jewellery are marked with specific karat quality called hallmark and this hallmark is usually found on the inside part of the pieces of gold and will also display the gold content. Also, the karat marking on your gold jewellery should be accompanied by a trade mark that identifies its maker. The country of origin of the item might be included as well.
3. Check the weight of the gold Check the weight of the gold to know how it affects the cost and its durability. In as much as gold is measured in karats, it is also weighed in grams with the higher weight being the most costly piece. So, heavier and thicker pieces of Gold Jewellery usually withstand the normal wear and tear found mostly in bracelets and rings.
4. Choose your desired colourIt is ideal to decide on the right colour of gold jewellery you want before embarking on shopping. There are different colours of gold jewellery available such as white and rose; with designer colours such as blue, brown, green and pink.
5. Check different storesWhen you want to buy anything, it is always ideal to visit as many shops as you wish in order to have a good feel of variety. The same principle applies here. You can visit many jewelry shops to choose the pieces you want to buy. Beautiful and high quality jewellery can be found in pawn shops as well as online although jewellery stores are the most common locations to buy gold jewelry.
6. Get a certificate of authenticityWhen buying gold jewelry, ensure you ask about the return policy and the certificate of authenticity from the salesperson. This will ensure you are buying a quality piece of Gold Jewellery. It should also indicate the value of that piece. Additionally, the certificate of authenticity will protect you as a consumer should you need to return your jewellery.
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