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Purity guide

22K gold and 925 silver, explained without jargon

Two numbers decide most of what you'll pay and how a piece behaves over the years: 916 for gold, 925 for silver. This page explains both in plain language so you can walk into any shop — including ours — knowing what to ask.

Side by side

22K gold vs 925 silver

Comparison of 22K gold and 925 sterling silver
22K gold (916)925 sterling silver
Purity≈ 91.6% pure gold (stamped 916)92.5% pure silver (stamped 925)
Typical useBridal sets, gifting, long-term holdingEveryday wear, festive looks, gifts
DurabilitySofter than 18K; handle intricate work with careHard-wearing, but tarnishes and cleans up
Price driverMetal weight dominates the invoiceMaking charges often exceed metal value
ResaleWidely traded by weight and purityBought more for wear than for resale

Choosing

Which one is right for you?

There's no better metal — only a better fit for the occasion and the budget.

Choose 22K gold when

  • · It's a bridal or milestone purchase
  • · The piece is meant to hold value by weight
  • · Family tradition expects gold for the occasion

Choose 925 silver when

  • · You want to wear it often, not store it
  • · You're gifting and want design over weight
  • · You're building a collection over time

Pieces

See both metals side by side

Common questions

Purity questions we get most

How to verify authenticity

Come and see it in person

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Jewellery is easier to judge in your hand. Message us before you come so we can be ready with the styles you're interested in.

First Floor, Dolmen Mall Tariq Road, Karachi, Pakistan

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