What is white gold?
White gold isn't a separate metal. Discover how it's made, how it compares to platinum and silver, and why it sometimes needs rhodium replating over time.
Is gold magnetic?
Is gold magnetic? Find out why pure gold doesn't stick to a magnet, what a magnet test on jewellery can show, and why it isn't proof on its own.
How is gold weighed?
Curious how gold is weighed before it's valued? Discover the scales, units and purity checks used to work out what your gold jewellery is really worth.
Gold filled vs gold plated vs vermeil - what's the difference?
Gold filled, gold plated or vermeil? Learn the key differences between these jewellery types, how to spot the hallmarks, and what it means for value.