Real gold is not magnetic. If the chain sticks to a strong magnet, it likely has a steel or nickel core.
Use a jeweler's loupe or your phone's zoom to find stamps like "14K," "18K," or the BIS Hallmark (e.g., 916 for 22K). Be wary of marks like "GP" (Gold Plated) or "GF" (Gold Filled), which indicate the item is not solid gold.
Know the difference in gold content. As of April 28, 2026 , typical rates in India are approximately ₹14,089/g for 22K and ₹11,527/g for 18K .
Real gold is not magnetic. If the chain sticks to a strong magnet, it likely has a steel or nickel core.
Use a jeweler's loupe or your phone's zoom to find stamps like "14K," "18K," or the BIS Hallmark (e.g., 916 for 22K). Be wary of marks like "GP" (Gold Plated) or "GF" (Gold Filled), which indicate the item is not solid gold. buy gold chain from pawn shop
Know the difference in gold content. As of April 28, 2026 , typical rates in India are approximately ₹14,089/g for 22K and ₹11,527/g for 18K . Real gold is not magnetic
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