What is the best quality the higher the carat or the lower? ie:14k vs 18k 18k vs 24k
2007-01-11 15:38:52 · 4 answers · asked by wiltherealslimshadypleeseshutup 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
I know the difference in the diamond size I'm talking the actual ring
2007-01-11 15:49:06 · update #1
The higher the carat the better. Carat is just a measurement of the element. 24k gold would be the best and 18k second, etc. etc.
I would suggest 18k. Simply because it's purer than 14k and its better than 24k in both price and practicality. The higher the grade of gold the softer the metal tends to be.
2007-01-11 15:47:51 · answer #1 · answered by Kurius_Kitten 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Carat is a measurement of the stone's weight.
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Of course, karat with respect to gold defines the percentage of gold in the alloy. Usually gold is mixed with another metal for hardness. Check below for an explanation.
2007-01-11 23:49:14 · answer #2 · answered by TK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The higher the carat the better
2007-01-11 23:46:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The higher the kt. the better it is supposed to be, also more expensive. I think 14kt. gold is great quality.
2007-01-11 23:46:30 · answer #4 · answered by Beverly B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋