14K
Jewelry alloy marking
14K describes gold that is 14 parts pure gold out of 24, or about 58% gold by weight.
The remaining portion consists of other metals like copper, silver, or zinc, which add durability. 14K gold is popular for jewelry because it balances purity with strength and affordability: a 14K gold wedding band.
Also written 14-karat or 14 carat.
Gold purity unit
- hallmarkDistinguishing characteristic or mark
- yellow goldUnalloyed precious metal tone
- white goldPrecious metal alloy, silvery
- rose goldCopper-infused yellow metal
alloy · purity · fine jewelry · wedding band · engagement ring · earrings · necklace · bracelet
Refined, graceful quality
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
- extravaganceExcessive, wasteful spending
- affluenceAbundance of money
- splendorImpressive, striking beauty
refinement · sophistication · premium · exclusive · high-end · designer · bespoke · prestige
Collected works or assets
- stocksOwnership stakes or inventory
- bondsTies that unite
- retirementLeaving the workforce permanently
- savingsAccumulated money kept
capital · equity · funds · securities · 401(k) · IRA · annuities · diversification
karat
Gold purity unit
- hallmarkDistinguishing characteristic or mark
- yellow goldUnalloyed precious metal tone
- white goldPrecious metal alloy, silvery
rose gold · alloy · purity · fine jewelry · wedding band · engagement ring · earrings · necklace · bracelet · pendant
elegance
Refined, graceful quality
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
- extravaganceExcessive, wasteful spending
- affluenceAbundance of money
splendor · refinement · sophistication · premium · exclusive · high-end · designer · bespoke · prestige · elite
portfolio
Collected works or assets
- stocksOwnership stakes or inventory
- bondsTies that unite
- retirementLeaving the workforce permanently
savings · capital · equity · funds · securities · 401(k) · IRA · annuities · diversification · return
14Kpure gold
Unadulterated precious metal
solid gold · fine gold · base metal · 10K
14Kgold-plated
Surfaced with precious metal
costume jewelry · fool's gold · plated · gold-filled · vermeil