Start with the stamp, then try a few safe at-home checks. Here is what real gold stamps look like, what the warning signs are, and when to bring a piece in.
Yellow, white and rose gold all contain the same amount of pure gold at the same karat. The difference is the other metals in the mix. Here is how each one looks, wears and is c...
Where does a 16, 18, 20, 22 or 24 inch chain sit? Use this chart for men and women, plus an easy way to measure at home before you buy.
Chain width is measured in millimeters across one link. Use this guide to see what 2mm, 4mm, 6mm and 10mm look like and which width fits your style.
A Figaro chain repeats short flat links with one longer link. Here is where the pattern comes from, how to pick a width and length, and how to wear it.
Rope chains twist small gold links into a spiral that catches light from every angle. Here is how they are made, how to wear them, and how to keep them looking sharp.
Franco chains are built from tightly linked V-shaped links that resist kinks and tangles. Here is why they last, how to size one, and how they compare to Cuban links.
Everything you need to know before buying a Cuban link chain: how it is made, solid vs hollow, widths, lengths, clasps and how to care for it.
Solid gold, gold-filled and gold-plated can look the same on day one. Here is what is underneath each one, how long it lasts, and how to tell them apart.
10K, 14K and 18K tell you how much pure gold is in your jewelry. Here is what each stamp means, how they wear, and how to pick the right one for you.