Solid Gold Pendants and Why Less is More

Gold in Australia is a precious commodity and a luxurious metal for creating jewellery that lasts a lifetime.

The Karat rating of gold moves between 9ct and 24ct. While 24ct is regarded as the purest at 99.9%, it doesn’t bode well for using it in everyday worn jewellery. Simply, it’s too soft. The last thing anyone wants is to purchase high end jewellery and have it dented and scratched repeatedly. 

The next option is 18ct which is 75% pure gold. While it is a beautiful tone of yellow the price is quite high so is best reserved for items such as wedding or engagement rings paired. Softness is still an issue but not as bad as 24ct.

Our Ashlocks Keepsake Jewellery pendants are crafted from 9ct gold. It is mixed with other metals to give it proper strength to resist scratching and damage. It’s also the best value and most often used karat rating by jewellers. It is recognised as the longest lasting form of gold while still retaining a beautiful colour and affordable price.