- Is 999 gold good for earrings?
- It is the purest form of gold sold as jewelry, so it holds value and has a rich color. It is also soft, so drop earrings in 999 gold bend and scratch more easily than 18K or 14K pieces.
- What is the difference between 999 and 24K gold?
- They are the same thing. 999 means 99.9 percent pure gold, which is what 24 karat refers to. Both terms describe the highest purity commonly used in jewelry.
- Will 999 gold earrings tarnish?
- Pure gold itself does not tarnish. Any dulling usually comes from skin oils, lotions or dirt, and a soft cloth cleans it. Store them dry and separate from harder jewelry.
- Are these earrings solid gold or plated?
- 999 gold means the metal is 99.9 percent gold throughout, not a plating over a base metal. Plated jewelry is marked differently, such as gold-filled or gold-plated.
- How should I care for 24K gold drop earrings?
- Keep them in a soft pouch or box, away from other jewelry that could scratch them. Avoid bending the drops and take them off before sports, swimming or heavy chores.
- Can I wear 999 gold earrings every day?
- You can, but the softness means daily wear shows quickly as scratches and shape loss. Many owners reserve pure-gold drops for occasions and wear lower-karat pieces day to day.
- Where is the 999 Gold Drop Earrings cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $848.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the 999 Gold Drop Earrings?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Chow Sang Sang Jewellery.