Are gold rings always hallmarked?

In the UK, gold items over 1 gram must be hallmarked to be sold as gold. Some antique rings are unmarked because they were exempt at the time or made abroad; the listing says when a ring has been tested instead.

Are gold rings pure gold?

Rarely. Pure 24KT gold is too soft for rings, so it is mixed with other metals: 22KT is 91.6% gold, 18KT is 75% and 9KT is 37.5%.

Are gold rings easily scratched?

Gold is softer than platinum, so it shows fine scratches over time, especially at 18KT and 22KT. A jeweller can polish them out.

What is a gold ring made of?

An alloy of pure gold with silver, copper, zinc or palladium. The mix sets the colour (yellow, rose or white) and the hardness.

Antique & Vintage Gold Rings

Antique gold rings and vintage gold rings in yellow and rose gold, from Victorian 15KT and 22KT to mid-century 18KT: diamond and gem-set rings, carved half hoops, gypsy rings, wide bands and signets. In the US these are antique gold rings in 18K and 22K, and the deep colour of high-carat antique gold is unmistakable. Sizes are given in UK, US and EU. See all antique rings or our antique platinum rings.

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