Red gold 585: composition, difference from yellow

What are gold samples used for and what do they mean? Is pure gold found in jewelry production and why is it necessary to add various metals to it? What metals are most often added to gold alloy and why? What does the 985th rare gold standard mean?

Pure gold, or pure gold, is an extremely soft yellow metal. This material is very common in industry due to its physical properties: corrosion resistance, resistance to chemicals, high conductivity. The precious metal has also been used in medicine. Not only are prosthetics made from it, gold is used for delicate work that requires a durable and malleable metal that will not cause an allergic reaction in patients.

In jewelry, red gold does not justify its value - jewelry quickly loses its appearance due to the low strength of the metal. Gold does not allow you to make sophisticated designer jewelry with many small decorative details; such a product will be very fragile and short-lived.

It would be a pity if, decades later, jewelry made of pure gold can only be seen in photographs. In ancient times, it was invented to add various alloys to gold - other metals that transfer part of their properties to the beautiful metal, making it stronger and more resistant to environmental influences, changing the external characteristics of the alloy. This is how white, yellow, red, green and even black gold appeared.

Depending on the composition of the ligature, gold can be of different shades.

Each gold alloy color corresponds to the metal being added:

• White – platinum, nickel or palladium;
• Yellow – copper and silver;
• Red – copper;
• Green – silver;
• Black - rhodium.

Modern World Sample Systems

With the advent of various types of alloys, a sampling system was introduced. Different systems and designations were used in different parts of the world, however, this was the first step towards systematization of precious metals.

The gold hallmark is imposed by a special institution and means a quantitative measure of the content of impurities in gold and guarantees the presence of a certain amount of yellow metal in the composition of the product.

A gold product always contains a mark in either metric or carat system.

In the modern world, there are two systems that are most widely used - carat and metric. The spool test is already archaic.

Red gold in the modern world

Today, jewelry designers have come up with a lot of luxurious red gold jewelry. The most common of them are 585 samples. The jewelry is inexpensive and beautiful. Excellent combination of price and quality. Among precious jewelry, this sample is more in demand than others. Red gold is all jewelry that has colors from pink to more saturated shades. They look delicate and graceful.

Today in the markets you can find alloys of different colors and shades: black, brown, blue, light blue, etc. All of them have a sophisticated look. However, consumers prefer red gold. Designers believe that it is fashionable to wear it for ladies of respectable age, as it makes you look younger.

The most popular type of alloy is one that contains about 40% copper, and the rest is precious metal. Why does the buyer choose red gold? The answer is simple:

• Strong and durable;
• Does not fade for a long time;
• Rarely deformed;
• Very elastic;
• Does not cause allergies;
• Inexpensive and high quality.

Do not forget that gold increases in price every year. So don't delay your purchase.

Carat sample system

The multiple hallmark system provides that 1 carat is equal to one twenty-fourth of the weight of the alloy, according to the British carat system. Russia switched to this system in 1927, after which the metric system was introduced. In addition, previously the country used the 583 gold standard, which was slightly inferior to the Western 14K, so it was decided to use the 585 standard.

How to convert carat to metric?

In order to independently navigate both sample systems, widespread throughout the world, you need to know how to convert the value of a metric sample into a carat sample and vice versa.

Sample correspondence table.

To do this, it is necessary to compare the carat value with the metric one, which can be done by simply dividing the first value by 0.024. Accordingly, to determine whether a metric sample corresponds to a carat sample, the metric value is multiplied by the same coefficient. For example, to find out how 385 gold is designated in the karat system, you will need to multiply 385 by 0.024.

Pure gold in the karat system has a 24 hallmark, in the metric system 96. The international alloy has a 900 metric hallmark and 21.6 carats. Jewelry alloy 958 in metric and carat is designated 23K.

Pawnshops in Samara accepting gold and silver

Spool sampling system

In Russia, a spool sampling system was introduced in 1711. It was designed for products made of silver alloys; by 1733, a similar system was developed for products that included gold. The basis of this system was the Russian pound, which contains 96 spools. That is, the highest standard, indicating pure metal, was 96. In jewelry, 94, 92, 82, 72, 56 samples were most often used.

Spool test on the famous piece of jewelry from Faberge.

The difference between red gold and yellow gold

Multi-colored products are in fashion today. The most popular are yellow and red gold. So which one is better? Many consumers believe that red is cheaper. Is it true? First, let's take a look and weigh the positive and negative aspects of the two alloys.

Red and yellow gold differ from each other in many factors. The first difference between them is the color. Europeans value yellowness in a product more. This is the color of the royal crown. But in Russia, red gold is considered fashionable. It differs from yellow in that it contains a lot of copper. That is why it turns out a beautiful shade.

Copper and gold go well together. However, it must be remembered that good, high-quality decoration will not be too rich. If the product has a pronounced color, it is not considered a precious metal and its price will be quite low.

Such jewelry cannot be bought in an unknown place, as it is quite possible that it will turn out to be counterfeit. Purchase jewelry in specialized stores with the appropriate documents.

Yellow gold is preferred by those consumers who do not want to deviate from the classic style. It happens that it has a lemon tint. Wedding rings are also made from it. Since ancient times, it was believed that yellow was a symbol of wealth and good luck. How is it different from other shades? The difference between red gold and yellow gold is primarily in strength. The former is stronger due to the addition of impurities. Yellow is softer and not so practical.

Benefits of red gold:

• Strong and durable;
• Thanks to copper it has healing properties;
• Does not fade;
• Keeps its shape perfectly;
• Difficult to deform.

Advantages of yellow gold:

• Beautiful and bright, has a luxurious look;
• Pairs perfectly with dark skin.

Red gold, like yellow gold, is popular and sophisticated. Only the first is made for everyday wear, and the second for special occasions. In products made from red gold, quite often a lot of precious stones are used, but for yellow gold, as a rule, few are used. They have only one similarity. Both types look great with diamonds.

So which gold is more expensive? Consumers often doubt which one to choose, red or yellow? The metal that does not add alloys or contains a minimal amount will always be more expensive. Therefore, it is noted that red metal is cheaper, since it contains a lot of copper. The difference between yellow gold and red gold is big. It all depends on what the buyer prefers.

On the other hand, there are no downsides to jewelry. The consumer chooses what he likes best.

Metric system

At the beginning of the twentieth century, the USSR switched to the metric system, which is more common in the world and easier to understand. Because of the transition, it was ordered that each gold item be graded according to the metric system.

The process of creating a precious alloy itself involves some possible errors regarding the amount of material. To level out these errors, a remedium was installed.

It represents the limit of the maximum deviation from the norm of the quantitative composition of precious metals. For example, in gold-silver, gold-copper and gold-silver-copper alloys the remedium is set to 3 units. That is, if in a gold alloy of 583 purity the gold content should be in the range of 580 - 586 units (58.0% - 58.6%), then the deviation from the norm is 3 percent. Gold alloys containing platinum group metals, namely platinum, nickel, palladium, have a remedium of 5%.

Red rings

Today, red gold rings are very fashionable and popular. You can't call them new. Even in ancient times, wedding rings were made from this metal. Although they were made differently before. Copper was also added, but there was very little of it. The bright color was obtained by incandescence at very high temperatures. Thanks to this method, a rich, darkish color was achieved. Over time, the range of shades has expanded. Now they make it from soft pink to rich red. It all depends on how much copper is added to the product.

Red gold rings can be purchased at any jewelry store. Pay attention to the size and appearance. A person with thin, long fingers will want a delicate and small product, not a massive one. Large and bright rings will look better on large and long fingers.

Red gold rings highlight wealth and style. Designers try to make jewelry so that it suits absolutely any consumer in terms of color, beauty and sophistication.

Existing gold samples

333 gold is not highly valued by jewelers. This amount of gold in the alloy is the minimum acceptable for use in jewelry.

385 gold, which can only get fair reviews from jewelers, contains 38% gold in the alloy, the rest being silver and copper. This is the so-called “red” gold.

Jewelry made from 585 standard is the most popular in Russia.

The 500 sample contains 50.5% gold in the alloy, the rest is silver and copper.

525 gold standard contains 52.5% pure gold and 47.5% alloy.

585 standard contains 59% gold, the rest of the alloy is silver, copper or nickel. This sample is hard and durable and does not oxidize in air. Due to its excellent physical properties, it is common among jewelry.

Gold marked 595 is not found in jewelry. It is used as a blank for 585 sample.

750 standard contains 75% gold, the rest is silver, platinum, copper, nickel, palladium. The color depends on the alloy: copper gives a red tint, silver - green, platinum, nickel and palladium - white.

916 standard of almost pure gold is extremely rarely used by jewelers.

926 metal is gold or silver, which is used for microchips.

950 standard gold is rare. It is mainly used for silver.

985 gold alloy is the best alloy used in jewelry.

999 standard is essentially pure gold. This is a very soft alloy, easily deformable, and is not used in jewelry production.

Buying and exchanging silver

Silver is a noble metal, there’s no arguing about that. It is used in jewelry, cutlery, and even sprayed into the air in the form of ions. Its health benefits are confirmed by hundreds of studies by serious scientists. This is an investment metal; it is sold at high prices on global trading platforms. Not everyone is ready to take risks on the stock exchanges; sometimes the “family silver” may become unusable, or you simply need money; you can hand over your silver in Samara to a pawnshop. By taking the time to study the offers, you will do so at the best possible price. Remember: the price per gram indicated on the website does not always correspond to the price at the collection point. Tired of the same old trinket? Exchange your silver for new jewelry. Buying silver in Samara is diverse, you can choose the option that suits you.

Caring for red gold

The 585-grade product is not picky, but still requires sufficient care. As we know, red precious metal tends to tarnish and darken due to copper. It will last longer if you regularly wipe it with soapy water and clean it with a soft brush.

It is not advisable to clean jewelry with precious stones, as this may damage the product. Then you can get by with just a soap solution.

Many people advise cleaning any precious item with toothpaste or powder. However, jewelers consider this method of care unacceptable. If the decoration or paste is of poor quality, then the product will deteriorate much faster than expected.

The easiest way is a sugar solution. Add 3 teaspoons of sand to a glass of water. You can leave the decoration in this solution overnight. In the morning you won't recognize him.

In appearance, red gold of a higher standard looks more delicate. You can see the difference in the photo. Design plays a very important role in decoration. For buyers, even weight is not always important if the product is beautiful. To avoid deformation of the jewelry, try not to clean it, not to deal with sharp objects, and to avoid interaction of the product with cosmetics. Gold can darken much faster due to its chemical composition.

conclusions

Red precious metal is a beautiful and inexpensive metal. It, just like yellow gold, looks elegant and rich. Prices vary. It all depends on how much copper is in the jewelry. Previously, only wedding rings were made from it. Today you can see a lot of similar decorations on store windows.

For a long time, only yellow gold products were recognized in the West. Today, preference is given to new collections, in which there are a lot of jewelry with pink and darker surface shades. These could be earrings, chains, bracelets or rings.

The noble shine of this jewel successfully hides the age of respectable ladies and rejuvenates the skin color.

A very important advantage of this product is that it is durable. Due to its durability, deformation occurs extremely rarely and you can wear it every day. It can also be combined with other jewelry colors besides yellow.

Many precious stones in red gold look most graceful, rich and elegant. It is advisable to care for this precious metal with a soap solution. If dirt gets between the stones, do not take risks, but take it to a jewelry workshop. They will help you within 15 minutes without damaging the product.