When selling gold, the most common question we hear at Swarna Cash is: "How much is my jewelry actually worth?" The answer entirely depends on two things: the total weight, and the Karat (purity) of the gold.
What Exactly is a Karat?
A Karat (K) is a measurement of the ratio of gold to other metals or alloys. Pure gold is naturally very soft—too soft to make durable jewelry. Therefore, jewelers mix pure gold with harder metals like copper, silver, or zinc to give it strength. The Karat system measures this ratio out of 24 parts.
- 24K Gold (99.9% Pure): This is the highest purity level. It is usually found in gold coins and bars, not jewelry. It commands the highest market price.
- 22K Gold (91.6% Pure): Often marked as "916 Hallmark", this is the standard for high-quality Indian jewelry. It contains 22 parts gold and 2 parts alloy. It holds excellent resale value.
- 18K Gold (75% Pure): Contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts alloy. It is highly durable and often used for stone-studded jewelry or daily wear rings.
"Pro tip: Just because a piece of jewelry looks like gold doesn't mean it's 22K. Many older pieces lack hallmarks. This is why we rely on X-Ray technology to reveal the exact percentage."
How We Calculate Your Payout
At Swarna Cash, our X-Ray machine analyzes your jewelry and gives us the exact percentage. If your item tests at exactly 91.6% (22K), we calculate your payout based on the 22K live market rate for that exact day. Total transparency means you get paid exactly what your gold is worth.