Professional Gemologist Appraiser

CT same as K Question: I have a bracelet that is marked 14ct.

Is that the same as 14K?

Kari

Answer: In answer to your CT same as K question

G’day Kari and many thanks for your query.

The simple answer is YES!

It depends what part of the world you come from. In Britain, Canada and most of the British Empire - like Australia and New Zealand, South Africa etc - they use the abbreviation ct for carat - as in 9 carat gold, or 9ct.

But there is much more to this simple answer…

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Semi-Precious Ring Appraisal Question: My ring was bought new for me at a local fine jewelers 35 years ago.

It is 10k gold.

Rings: Jewelry of Power, Love, and Loyalty

Price: $31.17

The band is thin and has a flower stem with a leaf on each side of the stem. The Flower is the stone, and I believe it is aquamarine, since that is my birthstone.

I have misplaced the ring and I need to know if it had any value before I have a meltdown.

It was $35.00 new. Thank You.

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European Gold Hallmark Question: I recently purchased a ring from a local antique store whom purchased the ring through an estate auction.

Hallmark: A History of the London Assay Office

Price: $55.00

Its band is a very soft (light) yellow gold color. It has a hallmark of P531.

I have looked up as much as I could find, and all I can find is what 12kt and 14kt numbers are in European hallmarks.

So, if this is an European hallmark, than it seems it would be about 13.5 part gold, but I can’t seem to find anything that states there is such a gold combination.

I have also seen the letter markings stating the years in could have possibly been made in, but the “P” text does not seem to match any that I found.

The “P” is also not enclosed in a box. Any help would be so appreciated.

Thank You!

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What Different Hallmarks Mean Question: I just purchased two rings from eBay.

American Silversmiths and Their Marks: The Definitive (1948) Edition (1948 Edition)

Price: $9.44

They were both marked 14kt in the inside of the shank.

All of my other rings are marked 14k.

The seller states that they are genuine gold. There are no other markings in the shank showing a manufacturer.

Do other countries use this type of stamp?

Do I need to find someone to test them?

Thank you, Diana

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Bridal Ring Valuation Question: Thank you for your help.

I have another question if its ok.

This ring set is as you know 14K gold. The band part has 4 small diamonds and the engagement part has approx. 1/4 ct. center stone and 1 small diamond on each side.

Engagement and Wedding Rings: The Definitive Buying Guide for People in Love

Now, my question is, if I paid 250.00 dollars for the set, did I get a good deal or bad deal?

Once again, thanks for your time.

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