Probably because there is a metal spring in the clasp. It does not mean the clasp is not gold.
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It appears you are referring to a piece of jewelry that is made of stainless steel and features 14kt gold and cubic zirconia. This combination of materials is commonly used in jewelry to create a durable and attractive piece that has a high-end look without the cost of solid gold. The use of cubic zirconia provides the appearance of diamonds at a more affordable price point.
the pat can refer to patented,patenting or could also be that the owners name was inscribed into the piece. generally on finer pieces,the company's intials may be inscribed or the jewelry makers initials.
One can find mens' rings in a wide variety of metals. In fine jewelry, mens' rings like womens' are generally found in platinum, sterling silver and a range of both white and yellow gold ranging from 24kt or almost pure through 18kt, 14kt and down to 10kt which is less pure, but harder and more durable. Inexpensive mens' rings are also available in durable, non-corrosive metals such as titanium and stainless steel.
14 k = how good the gold is - 10k not as pure - 24k Best there is. K = karat. (for diamonds it's spelled carat) GP = gold plated - Gold coating on outside of another metal - (like painting a bottle cap with gold) hope that helps ya.
I'd like to add to this question. The necklace is a men's chain necklace and it does say "14kt Italy" on the clasp. However, I scratched the clasp and the gold flaked off. The chain itself looks like gold. The clasp was quickly attracted to a magnet, however the chain was only slightly magnetic. I'm confused how this could be fake if it is stamped 14kt...
14 kt or 14 k refers to pureness of the gold or gold plating. Pure gold is 24 karat. There is nothing in your description that would help determine whether the necklace is 1 week old or 200 years old.
It depends on how large the pearls are and if they are real. They can cost anywhere from $179 to $1,020. Look here for examples of an 18 inch pearl necklace with a 14k gold clasp. http://www.pearlnecklacesource.com/categories/Pearl-Necklaces/
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No, 14kt gold is not magnetic because gold itself is a non-magnetic metal. The presence of other metals in the alloy, such as silver, copper, or zinc in 14kt gold, may make it slightly magnetic, but typically the gold content is too high for it to be noticeably magnetic.
Those are the initial of the company or maker.
It looks like silver but says 14kt on it
"14kt" refers to the gold's purity level, indicating that the necklace is made of 14 karat gold. "Ch" and "lior" are likely the manufacturer's or designer's initials or branding marks.
it could be the maker of the necklace. i have a chain that says oTc lie that and its the makers marking
The marking "14kt" on a necklace indicates that the piece is made of 14 karat gold, which contains 58.3% pure gold mixed with other metals for durability. The "s4" designation is not a standard marking and could refer to a specific design, collection, or manufacturer's code. It's advisable to consult with a jeweler for an accurate interpretation of the "s4" designation.
If you are referring to 14kt gold plating, then yes it will look like genuine 14kt gold. Gold plating is designed to produce the look of gold and it is very effective because it is a layer of real gold covering. There are a few ways you can determine if something is gold plated vs real, solid gold. #1: Use a magnet: Real gold is not magnetic. If your jewelry is attracted to the magnet, it is probably not real gold. #2: Do a visual inspection around the edges of the jewelry. If the jewelry has been worn a bit, the edges will usually wear the most. If the piece is merely gold plated, you will often see the underlying metal coming through.
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