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What is the meaning of 20 carat gold?

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What is the meaning of 20 carat gold?
The term “20 carat gold” does not have a meaning. “Carat” is a unit of measurement used to describe the size of gemstones. “Karat” is the unit used to describe gold precious metal. Gold stamped as 20 karat or 20K is 83.3 percent pure gold and 16.7 percent metal alloy. You'll find a wide variety of gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.20 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

.20 Carat Sapphire Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4 Metal Type: 18 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.0 grams Diamond Details Shape: Antique
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K White Gold 1/20 Carat Diamond Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique take on a classic promise ring, this piece features a lustrous 10k white gold band with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

.20 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Slide Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's modern design diamond slide 14k yellow gold ring that offers a unique and modern twist on a
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell 20 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring by Charles Krypell, with center approx. 20ct emerald cabochon (has chip under one
Category

20th Century American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

20 Karat Yellow Gold 11.0 Carat Emerald Sculpture Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
20 Karat Yellow Gold 11.0 Carat Emerald Sculpture Tiffany Designer, Thomas Kurilla expands for new
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

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