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 precious stones. 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 shade of yellow | The rich shade of yellow |
| 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 gold and 18k gold. If you want to enhance your jewelry with colored gemstones, you should consider whether the gold you wish to choose matches in combination with other precious stones.
18k gold will always have a stronger yellow hue, especially in rose and yellow gold. 18K gold jewelry harmonizes ideally with white diamonds or those of the highest quality, colorless.
14k gold tends to have less intensity in color, but it is an impeccable choice in combination with precious stones or colored diamonds.
It is also important to consider your skin color and tone, as you will be able to find a certain Karat that complements you and your personality.
The 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 are a proponent of an active lifestyle or use your hands at work in various manual activities that may cause jewelry to suffer damage, 14k gold is an excellent alternative for your precious little treasures.
That being said, you can wear 18k gold jewelry every day without any problems, as it is a popular choice for wedding rings and engagement rings.
Gold value
14k gold jewelry is less expensive than 18k due to the smaller amount of pure gold in the alloy.
At MOOGU, we accept gold in exchange for making wedding rings. 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 rings.
Out of care for gold jewelry
Gold, in its purest form - 25 Karat, does not oxidize and does not 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 oxidation 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 talk - where no appointment is needed during the week.
