24k gold is the purest type, with 99.9% purity. It's the shiniest and most expensive, offering a brilliant yellow color and hypoallergenic properties.
18k gold is 75% pure, mixed with other metals for durability. It’s ideal for detailed jewelry, including gemstone settings and engravings.
14k gold, with 58.3% purity, is popular in the US for its resilience and affordability. It’s less bright than higher karat gold but very durable.
10k gold contains 41.7% pure gold. It’s tough and cost-effective but has a duller look, making it less ideal for high-value jewelry.
Yellow gold is the classic gold color used globally. Its hue varies with the metal mix; lighter tones suggest more silver, while darker tones indicate more copper.
White gold, favored for engagement rings, is a mix of yellow gold and white metals, often rhodium-plated for extra whiteness. It’s less common than yellow gold.
Rose gold, popular since the 1800s, features a pinkish hue from copper mixed with gold and silver. It’s a stylish and unique choice for many jewelry pieces.
Black gold is not a natural alloy but a gold piece coated black. It’s becoming more known but is less common than other gold types.