What Gold Karats Really Mean (And How to Choose the Right One for You)
What Does “Karat” Mean in Gold Jewelry?
A karat (K) is a measurement of how much pure gold is in a piece of jewelry. Gold is naturally very soft, so it’s almost always mixed with other metals—called alloys—to make it strong enough for everyday wear. Karats tell you how much gold vs. how much alloy is in the final piece.
