The most beloved precious metal in the world and the differences between 14k and 18k gold
In its purest form, gold is incredibly soft for use as jewelry; a solution for jewelers around the world has been to alloy gold with other metals to strengthen it. The purity of gold is measured in karats, and 24 karat gold is the purest.
Karat is a unit of measurement that indicates the percentage of pure gold in jewelry. However, it should not be confused with the term carat (pronounced the same), which is a unit of measurement for the weight of gemstones.
At MOOGU, we create 14k or 18k gold jewelry that can be ordered in all gold variants: white, yellow, or rose, with or without diamonds or gemstones. However, first of all, it is a good idea to discover more details about the essential differences between the two types of gold, so you can choose the best option for your little precious treasures.
| WHITE GOLD | 14K | 18K |
| Composition | 58.5% pure gold, 10% palladium, 8% platinum, 4.5% zinc, 2.5% silver | 75% pure gold, 12% palladium, 8% platinum, 6% zinc, 4.5% silver |
| Gold % | 58,5% | 75% |
| Appearance | Rhodium plating gives it a shiny white appearance | Rhodium plating gives it a shiny white appearance, but even shinier |
| YELLOW GOLD | 14K | 18K |
| Composition | 58.5% pure gold, 29% copper, 12.5% silver | 75% pure gold, 15% copper, 10% silver |
| Gold % | 58,5% | 75% |
| Appearance | Soft and warm yellow hue | Rich yellow hue |
| ROSE GOLD | 14K | 18K |
| Composition | 58.5% pure gold, 33.5% copper, 8% silver | 75% pure gold, 15% copper, 10% silver |
| Gold % | 58,5% | 75% |
| Appearance | Shades of pink with champagne golden iridescence | Vibrant red color intertwined with luxurious golden hue |
The appearance of the boldest precious metal in the world Sometimes it can be hard to notice a visible difference between 14k and 18k gold. If you want to enhance your jewelry with colored gemstones, you should consider whether the gold you wish to choose matches well with other gemstones.
18k gold will always have a stronger yellow hue, especially in rose and yellow gold. 18K gold jewelry harmonizes ideally with white diamonds or the highest quality, colorless ones.
14k gold tends to have less intensity in color, but it represents a flawless choice in combination with colored gemstones or diamonds.
It is also important to consider your skin color and tone, as you will be able to find a certain Karat that compliments you and your personality.
Durability of gold jewelry
Over time, it is natural for gold to scratch, bend, and wear in one form or another. The karat of gold may play a minor role in its overall durability; however, gold will never be scratch-resistant or damage-resistant. Due to the higher percentage of metals in the alloy, 14k gold offers slightly greater wear resistance than 18k.
If you lead an active lifestyle or use your hands for various manual activities at work that may cause jewelry to suffer damage, 14k gold is an excellent alternative for your precious little treasures.
That said, you can wear 18k gold jewelry every day without any issues, as it is a popular choice for wedding bands and engagement rings.
Value of gold
14k gold jewelry is less expensive than 18k due to the lower amount of pure gold in the alloy.
At MOOGU, we accept gold in exchange for making wedding bands. It will be evaluated and quoted at the market price of gold on the day of the order and deducted from the final price of the wedding bands.
Out of care for gold jewelry
Gold, in its purest form - 25 Karat, does not tarnish or discolor; however, the base metals that make up 14k or 18k gold can react when exposed to certain chemicals, such as perfumes, chlorine, hair spray, cleaning products.
The higher the karat, the less likely it is to lose its shine. In most cases, gold jewelry will never show signs of tarnishing or discoloration. This can be confirmed on a case-by-case basis; however, this process is also related to the chemistry of your skin.
At MOOGU, we love to create beautiful things and unique moments alongside you. That's why we are always available to listen to you. For any information you want about your favorite products, we encourage you to contact us via email or visit us at the studio to chat - where no appointment is needed during the week.
