In this case, the most likely candidate is Paul Winston Jewelry who is a fairly large manufacturer focusing on bridal jewelry. Mom gave this to him in he never wore it because as an electrician, he said it would get caught on things and could get hurt. It is a very nice ring and is my size. On the inside it is marked 10KR exactly as this.
Can you tell me what this means? Hi Joel, that sounds like a special piece. But, the metal color is not generally indicated on the stamp. Hopefully that helps a little, and feel free to contact us if you have any other questions or need any work done of the ring to make it wearable for you.
Hi, I know that gp on jewelry means gold plated, but what does a ring stamped with the letters pg stamped on them mean? The pg is the only mark on the ring. I have a 14k gold anklet but it is stamped with WG but it is yellow is it white and yellow gold mixed? Hi Pedro, thanks for thinking of us. Of course, it is also possible that it is a 14k white gold piece that has been plated yellow.
If you are able to bring it by the shop , we can tell you for sure what it is. Hi, I have what we believe is a 24k gold Egyptian ring minus the stone but is still 7 grams, which was given to my mum 60 years ago in Switzerland. And I have a certificate or a description about it from an Italian jeweller 60 years ago who I believe tested it. It has no stamps that I can see which seems unusual. I can send a photo of it and the description. Can you help?
Hi Mario, thanks for reaching out to us. That sounds like an interesting piece. Yes, please email us some pictures along with any details you have, and we can try to help you determine how much it might be worth. Hi Mike, thanks for asking.
I have a ring my daughter found in a parking lot it is marked 10kt dgla and has what I assumed were fake stones in it.
What did she find? Hi Emily, thanks for thinking of us. If you are ever in the Sacramento area, feel free to bring the ring by for a free evaluation. Hi Tara, thanks for commenting. Hopefully that helps a little, and let us know if you have any other questions.
Similarly, I purchased a pair of large opal doublet earrings that are marked 10G on the earrings but 14K on the posts. I was told these were 14k all around…did I get ripped off? Hi Carol, good question. The 14k stamp on the earring posts indicates that the posts themselves are 14k. That said, unless there is a contradictory stamp on the main body of the piece, the industry standard is to assume that the 14k applies to the entire piece.
Hi Theresa, thanks for asking. That stamp most likely indicates that the piece is 14k plum gold, meaning it contains precisely My boyfriend recently proposed to me. The ring he gave me has a stamp and a separate marking on the other side indicating Dct.
It has a 7 stone floral designed gem I am not sure if it is real diamond. May I know what are those markings mean? Hi Marnelle, thanks for commenting. The other stamp is a bit more cryptic. My guess is that it means the total diamond weight is 0. If you are in the Sacramento area, you can always bring the ring in and we can test it for you. If not, look for a local GIA trained gemologist and see if they can evaluate it for you. Hi Anthony, thanks for asking. Hi, I have a yellow gold ring with the imprint 14K GB.
Thanks in advance for the feedback! Hi Garon, good question. The stamp indicates that the ring is 14 karat solid gold. Hello I bought a pendant that holds a silver morgan dollar. It has the markings c with a circle around it as well as 14k WB. Any info would be helpful. Hi Adrian, good question. The 14k stamp definitely indicates that the piece is 14k gold, but we would need to test it in person to say for sure. As for the other stamps, the circled C is most likely a copyright indication letting people know that the pendant design has been copyrighted.
And, the WB likely refers to the manufacturer who made the piece. White silver is it real or only silver? Thanks for the answer. Hi Nerissa, thanks for asking.
If the stamp is accurate, it looks like your necklace is 18 karat white gold. I recently purchased a gold necklace and the stamp on it reads AG10K. Do you know what the AG stands for? Hi Fabian, thanks for commenting. The AG could stand for two different things. Alternatively, AG is the chemical symbol for silver, so it is possible that the stamp means that part of the piece is silver and another part is 10k gold.
Hi BJ, thanks for commenting. The 10k part of the stamp most likely indicates that it is 10 karat gold. The rest of the stamp likely refers to the manufacturer who made the ring or it may possibly have some Masonic significance. Thank you for your prompt reply. The KA twice has no masonic significance. I suspect it has no other significance either. You are welcome, and thanks for confirming that. Hello, I just purchased a 8.
Hi Kassandra, thanks for reaching out to us. Another person commented about a similar stamp a while ago. That would also explain why the bracelet feels so light.
That means that alloy was mixed extremely precisely at a ratio of The IDI part is most likely the company that made the ring. Hi John, thanks for asking. It could possibly indicate that there are 0. Or, it could just be a manufacturing stamp. I found the numbers on the side of a filigree clasp on a necklace. What do these numbers mean? Hi Carolyn, thanks for commenting. A number like this is most likely a style number or SKU number to identify the style of necklace. It might even be a serial number depending on the type of piece.
I have a ring with pso on the inside, but it looks like the diamonds are on top. Hi James, thanks for commenting. I bought a handmade Labradorite ring at an auction and though the guy said it was Sterling, I just noticed the band is actually stamped 23C. Do you know if this mean it is 23 karat white gold? Hi Lily, thanks for asking. I suspect that mark is talking about the manufacturer or giving you details about the stone.
But, I have a buddy that specializes in jewelry for over 30 years and happens to work at sissy log cabin. Hi Jared, thanks for the comment. That stamp seems to belong to a large manufacturer given how many requests to identify it we have seen here. Definitely post back if you are able to determine which company it refers to. We would love to know. Purchased at Service Merchandise.
I always assumed it was a mfr mark. Hi Julie, thanks for sharing. In this case, it seems likely that Service Merchandise is not the manufacturer who is associated with the stamp , but the retailer. Post back if you find out anything more. Hi, I recently found a couple rings inside a box in my basement.
The first ring has a yellow looking stone on top outlined in what looks to be gold. The rest of the ring looks to be silver but only has the letters PD marked inside. Next is a wedding set that is a darker gold with 3 tiny black stones on the band. On the matching ring it has a diamond in the middle of 2 tiny black stones. Can you please tell me what the markings mean? Thank you and God bless! I took it to a jeweler and they were stumped.
One said it was fake and the other said it was plum gold and that the GB are the makers mark. Please help! Hi Beckie, thanks for thinking of us. However, whether or not that marking is accurate is another mater entirely. We would need to test the ring to tell you if it is actually 14k gold. Hopefully that helps, and if you are in the area, feel free to come by the shop for more information on your rings. Hi Candy, thanks for commenting. PD is often used to indicate palladium, but in those cases the stamp normally includes a fineness grade as well e.
I have a 10K white gold blue star saphire ring and on the inside it is stamped 10k FJG and has circled, what do the stamps mean? I know what the 10k means, but not the rest. Thank you,. Hi Jeanette, thanks for asking. Hi Justin, thanks for commenting. Which gets more ugly with crater like holes and deformations and uneven surface after years of wear 18k or 21k? I have a gold ring that I bought from Saudi Arabia. What does the stamp mean? Hi Ogo, thanks for reaching out to us.
In general, 21k gold will be softer than 18k gold because there is more pure gold in the alloy and pure gold is a very soft metal. So, 21k will be more susceptible to getting bent out of shape or uneven in surface than 18k gold.
I just visited a local pawn shop today and presented a 7 inch gold, hinged, etched bangle bracelet I had purchased from QVC about 20 years ago at time of purchase, it was sold to me as real gold. They then applied chemicals after mentioning it passed color gradation test and said 10k.. I asked them what it might be then.. NO reply.. I left embarrassed. I have a ring found at an old consignment shop.
The ring is a 1ct, 3 prong eternity band said to be 18k. What does the stamp B 34 on the inside mean? Hi Sarah, thanks for commenting. That sounds like a lovely ring. But, it is also possible that it is a style number or some description of the piece 34 stones perhaps. There is no standard meaning of that stamp that we are aware of. I know it could be a marking for a manufacturer or maker but I cannot find the company. Do you have any information?
I see other people have the same problem but it is a question burning my brain!! If you might have any information please help! Hi Tyler, thanks for commenting. Yes, you are right that the PMS stamp as you describe it likely refers to the manufacturer. Unfortunately, I have not been able to determine which company it is.
If you do find out, please let us know. Hi Marcelo, thanks for reaching out to us. Hopefully that helps, and let us know if you have any other questions.
Hi Ginger, thanks for commenting. I just received a ring that looks older, ruby and white sapphire, but inside it is marked with a triangle and ADC 14k. Any ideas??? HI Penny, thanks for commenting. Hopefully that helps, and please let us know if you have any additional questions. What does the asterisk mean? HI Debbie, thanks for commenting. It can be difficult to tell if a ring is solid gold or only gold plated as you suggested.
A competent gemologist or jewelry appraiser should be able to let you know. One other thing you can do is have the ring polished at a local jeweler. Hopefully that helps, and if you are ever in the Sacramento area, we would be happy to take a look at it for you. Good day, I have searched the Internet for a several days hoping to find an answer to my question.
I was losing hope until I stumbled upon your website. BTW, it is very kind and generous of you to answer questions to people concerns about their jewelry. My husband recently upgraded my wedding ring set for our 25th anniversary. The bridal set is 2. T in white gold. I had it sized. Are you familiar with this mark? Hi Ana, thanks for commenting and for the kind words. It sounds like you have a beautiful piece there.
Hopefully that helps a little, and we wish you the best. From that stamp alone, we can say that the bracelet is at least claiming to be solid 10 karat gold.
I have a diamond ring with 14 Kw P stamped on the inside. The P is stamped inside off square. I was wonder what that means. Hi I bought a white gold necklace and a ring at the mall. I was confused.
Is it fake? Hello Tere, thanks for commenting. Unfortunately, there are chains out there that are fake but are still stamped with or 14k.
If I encounter one of these chains, I tell the client about it right away. Be sure to test an area away from the clasp though. The clasp will almost always be magnetic on real and fake chains because of the steel spring. Same problem on a white gold chain stamped 14k italy. Took it to several places who said was fake.
So removed the rhodium plate by reverse electroplateing it. Very strange? Poor quality metal alloy perhaps? Hi Dan, thanks for contacting us. It is likely a base metal copper perhaps that was plated white.
Feel free to come by the shop sometime, and our gemologists would be happy to take a look. Please and thank you in advance. Hi Maribel, thanks for reaching out to us. Hi Kiler, thanks for commenting.
Excellent site! I was able to determine that my ring was a Zales , so exciting to know! Hi Kristin, thanks for commenting. A Lindy Star is a type of synthetic man made star sapphire that was commonly used in jewelry in the s to s. Hopefully that helps, and feel free to ask if you have any other questions. I have just bought a secondhand white gold and diamond bracelet which has no hallmark. However, it looks as though somebody has engraved the following on the inside: RD.
Is this normal please? Hi Tracy, thanks for commenting. That stamp is a tough one. Of course, the 18k portion indicates that the piece is 18 karat gold.
We would have to look at the piece in person to say for sure. Hopefully that helps, and we wish you the best with your bracelet. It has stamped with a diamond shape around it and next to that says Italy. Any help would be great, thank you. As you may have seen in the article, usually indicates 9 karat gold. This means that the ring has a very low percentage of pure gold around So, there are a much higher percentage of other alloy metals than in other jewelry that you may own.
This could explain your allergic reaction. You might check out our article on allergic reactions to jewelry for some more information and tips. Hi John, thanks for commenting. Discerning hallmarks like that on jewelry can be quite a challenge. The crown hallmark often indicates that the piece is gold, and the 18 may refer to 18k gold, but it may not.
If you are in the Sacramento, CA area, you can always bring the piece by and we would be happy to look at it. Otherwise, I would recommend that you find a local jeweler who specializes in vintage and antique jewelry. They might be willing to help you determine what the rest of the markings mean. Hopefully that helps, and feel free to let us know if you have any additional questions. I cannot find anything online. Ring belonged to my mother or grandmother. Totally stumped and emptyhanded with online search — may I send a photo to you?
Hi Wendy, it seems like you have an interesting ring there. Thanks for commenting. Feel free to email us some photos. We may not be able to decipher the stamp for you, but we can probably give you some guidance on the piece itself. I have emailed some photos. Thank you for such a speedy response!
Appreciate your time! Was there ever anything figured out with this? If you find anything out please post it here. We will definitely do the same. Sorry years later but it may help someone else. Hi Heidi, thanks for commenting. From looking at a few of the other comments on this page, the stamp may refer to the Zale company. It seems like they used to stamp some of their jewelry with it. Hi Cathy, thanks for commenting. Hi Kathleen, thanks for commenting.
Hi Autumn, thanks for contacting us. Of course, the 14k means the ring is about Hi Priscilla, thanks for reaching out to us. That one is tricky. Please let us know if you are able to find out what it means. Hi Irasema, thanks for commenting. Feel free to bring them by the shop and I can test them for you on my gold tester to be sure.
Hello, thanks for reaching out. So I was just wondering what the GWR means since its right next to the 10k stamp. Any Ideas? Hi Jon, thanks for commenting. It sounds like you did your homework on that one. Hopefully that helps, and feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions. Hello, I received a yellow gold ring from the late s. Any idea what this means? Hi Christina, thanks for commenting.
That sounds like an interesting stamp. Since stamps vary so widely, it is almost impossible to say with certainty, but hopefully that helps a little. I have a wide gold bangle marked vol 10 ct it has no stones on it. If so, what countries mark gold that way?
Of course, there is no substitute for being able to see the piece in person. If you are in the Sacramento area, we would be happy to have our gemologists take a loot at it for you. If not, and you are confident it is worth more, you could consider taking it to a reputable, local jewelry appraiser.
With a written appraisal in hand, you may be able to get more for your piece especially if you decide to sell it directly on eBay or Craigslist. Hi Kerry, thanks for the contribution. You are absolutely right. It must make things incredibly complicated when trying to differentiate between carats as a unit of weight e.
I was given a ring that belonged to my great grandmother, it has a large blue stone and it says 14k with an inverted upside down triangle beside of it stamped inside the band. What does the triangle mean and how can I check if the stone is more than glass? As for identifying the center stone, that can get tricky. Your best bet would be to bring it to a professional appraiser who is also a gemologist.
They should be able to accurately identify the stone for you and give you an idea of how much it might be worth. If you are in the Sacramento area, we offer that service at no charge. Thanks Jesse R. Hi Jesse, thanks for reaching out to us. Hi, how do I know if a diamond ring is genuine? Should I go to a valuer or a jeweler or an antique dealer? If they have their own gemology lab on the premises, that would be ideal.
Such a person should be able to tell you if your diamond is genuine or not. Of course, if you are in the Sacramento, CA area, we would be happy to evaluate the piece for you, and we also offer an insurance appraisal service. Will the yellow colour be the same? Thanks for asking. Most 18k yellow gold regardless of which country it is produced in will be very close in color, but there are definitely different alloys that have different colors. That said, a competent jeweler should have a variety of alloys to choose from and be able to match the color of your ring within a small margin when sizing it.
Our advice would be to visit the jeweler in person and ask if they will be able to match the color of your ring before leaving it for sizing. Hopefully that helps, and let us know if you have any additional questions. It is interesting to note that there have been several other comments inquiring about this same stamp. Let us know if you discover anything more about the piece. I have a question. My fiance bought my engagement ring from someone he knows. Hi Mariya, thanks for asking. It sounds like you have a beautiful ring there.
The 14k stamp is, of course, a good indication that the ring is 14 karat gold. Unfortunately, nothing in the stamp tells us whether or not there are 2 carats of diamonds on the ring. Hey I was wondering what does C14KP mean? I found a ring awhile back and on one part it has KP and on the other side has c14kp?
It has a diamond in the center with two smaller ones, one on each side. There is a breather hole underneath ring straight under the middle diamond can that be real and valuable to? Hi Chris, thanks for commenting. The 14KP part of the stamp indicates that the piece is 14 karat plum gold. Remember from the article that this means the piece contains at least The hole you see underneath the center stone is to help with the cleaning process.
Dirt and grime can build up on the underside of gemstones over time which makes them less brilliant. The hole under the stone allows cleaning solution to come in contact with that part of the stone and clean off this build up.
Hi Carl, thanks for contacting us. First of all, congratulations! Owning gold of any kind in your investment portfolio is a good idea. I would suggest you get familiar with the gold market. I use kitco. Of course, some gold coins have numismatic or collector value that can make them worth more than the market price, but since we are talking about gold bars for investing, the market price is what you should focus on.
For bullion investing, try to get as close to current market as you can. I would also recommend getting physical gold and not going through a service that stores your gold for you as long as you can safely store the gold.
I also recommend buying gold through a trustworthy, local bullion or coin dealer. Just understand the current market price before you make your purchase. Hello, I found a ring today and the marking inside says 14KPG there are no spaces or dashes. Hello Lexi, thanks for commenting. That stamp could mean a couple of things. Or, it could mean 14 karat gold that was designed by PG. Feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions. Of course, if you are in the Sacramento, CA area, you can always bring any jewelry you have by the shop for a free evaluation.
Hi, I need to know. I received a ring for my birthday just yesterday. What can you make of this? So, the stamp is meant to indicate that the design is copyrighted by that company.
Without a stamp, it is unlikely that the ring is made out of a precious metal like gold or silver. If you want to know for sure, you can bring it by the shop anytime and one of our gemologists can evaluate it for you at no charge. Hopefully that helps, and happy birthday! This is stamped on one side of the clasp Italy other side 10K. The other part of the clasp has Air Solid in a triangle and MO on the other side. Hi Russell, thanks for commenting.
But it doesn't look much like gold. Question: What is the value of a bracelet with the following markings: " "?
Answer: The portion of that marking may mean 18K, or 18 karat gold. The value depends on the current market price of gold. Question: I see "14V" on my jewelry. What does the "V" stand for? Question: What is a "03" or "08" marking on a gold bracelet? Answer: "Au" is the symbol for gold on the periodic table and is used in the marking "Au".
The "" specifies that a piece of jewelry is 18 karat gold. As for , maybe it's actually that you see. It passed the magnet test. Is it real? No other stamp on it. Answer: The piece may be gold. I have purchased gold jewelry that was only marked with an Italy stamp.
However, there's no way to know for sure, from here, if your piece is gold. Question: I own a brooch inherited from my grandmother. It has two markings: one is marked C followed by star sign and numbers or Other marking on the same brooch is 3PC2. Can you tell me what those markings mean? Answer: If it actually says "" instead of "", then that means it's 14K gold.
Question: My grandmother had a ring with a purple stone and lots of diamond-like stones. The marking on the band is "8KMGE". Is this real? Answer: Was your grandmother from the UK somewhere? The "8K" portion of the marking may mean the piece of jewelry is 8K gold, which is more common in the UK. The minimum gold purity that is allowed to be called "gold" in the United States is 10K gold, of any color. What about the "L" mark?
The "L" marking could mean anything. Answer: It means the item is sterling silver and made in Italy. Question: What does "14ktfy" stand for on the inside of a gold nugget ring? Answer: Usually, a "14k" marking, or perhaps a "14kt", means 14 karat gold. You've not nearly provided me with enough details to answer this question. What is the jewelry piece? My best guess is that it contains some element of 14K gold and other lements of 18K gold.
For instance, the band could be 14K, but the ornament on the ring could be 18K gold, which would be a more brilliant color.
It probably just means gold color. Authentic fine gold jewelry almost always carries a purity mark. It never just says "gold".
The marking, "", indicates 18K gold. I can't see the piece to judge whether the marking is accurate, but this is its meaning. I found a pendant are a piece to a necklace it is round looks like gold and has a lady in the middle of it looks silver with what looks like diamond sets around out side of it hasm on back of it hoping you could help me out.
Tney wouldnt plate itwithgold over just metal. I have a Geneva swiss watch with and the letter F any ideas? It looks like a rose gold color? I have a diamond single diamond stud ear ring with markings on it O and a ball in the center then a W then what looks like a round globe. Three marks also it is stamped Any ideas what it is? I have a gold ring marked with 14k then elsewhere the number Dies this mean it's gold over silver? I have a ring that has "or followed by then artcarved " engraved inside the band what does it mean thank you.
Hello, hoping you can help me with the meaning of an engraved F on the back of a watch dial? The band is white Gold filled. Thank you Jesse.
I have a bull gold pendant that looks old or vintage. It's stamped or with a letter B under the stamps. It has another stamp but I cannot make out what it is. I have a few earings that the piece that goes on the post is marked Can the earing be 18k gold. I have a gold tennis chain marked bm and a gold skull pendant marked gns do you know what this means.
I have a ring that is stamped with the number "12" and that's it. Is it 12 KT gold. Is is white in color. I buy saudi gold set my concern is the ring I got my inheritance from my grand ma A gold filigree bracelet has the number inside the clasp. It has designs with two shades of yellow and possibly originated in Mexico. Unfortunately, I don't live within driving distance of your location, otherwise I would bring it in. Thanks again. I have a 14k white gold lady elgin. Stamped cased and timed at elgin international watch co.
On inside back cover. My question is about a number on the top cover , side. What does that stand for. There is no other serial number to be found which makes me guess it may have been made in the 30's. I can not find anyting on the number paert of the stamp but the ADI i found it stands for Amsterdam Diamond is the name of the Danish company from where the sterling silver originated what does the k stand for? What does made in Italy mean on stamped 10k diamond cut crab link?
Looks real but the made in Italy makes me think of silver. I have a gold tennis bracelet and the only marking on it is the letter "B" on the inside of the clasp. Can anyone tell me what that means? I have a bangle bracelet with the marking A. Its an antique and it may have come from Europe. What does it mean,. Stone was tested it is a high end real diamond ring. So the question is what does the stand for engraved in the white metal band. Tested with jewelry solutions not silver not gold and not platinum.
I have a necklace with Ali on one side and 41 on the other and on the lobster claw says 10k what does all this mean. Way would a quality bracelet marked have No maker mark. I just was given a huge gold bracelet and it just does not believievable. Thank you very much, so now I understand the meaning of gold and its helpfull for me, because I'm a collector of damage jewelry and old coins.
Again thank you. God bless. The standards and requirements for marking gold with a stamp are very high, and usually you can trust that Countries like Switzerland or the United Kingdom have imposed high fines for mis-marking gold jewelry.
Based on the assumption that your marked gold contains the promised portion of pure gold, the current value is as follows:. Besides Higher value in designer jewelry and fine jewelry: Later in this article, we provide some information about marked designer jewelry and fine jewelry. The value of. We buy your gold for a great price. Use our gold calculator to pre-calculate our high purchase prices. Most jewelry, regardless of gold markings, is worth the current gold value.
Exceptions are pieces that are made from certain famous brands or pieces that also have valuable materials such as gemstones and diamonds.
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