What does 999 mean on gold?
999 Gold refers to the purest form of gold (24K), with a gold content of 99.9% that is not mixed with any other metal. As such, it is extremely soft, which means it is more likely to bend and warp easily.
What is the difference between 999 and 999.9 gold?
While 999 means that your gold is 99.90% pure and only 0.1% is other metal, 999.9 means your gold is 99.99% pure, i.e. only 0.01% is other metal.
What does fine gold mean?
Fine gold is gold that is almost pure. Its purity is typically graded using a scale of millesimal fineness. This denotes the number of parts per thousand of pure metal in the alloy, according to its mass. For example, a fine gold piece which contains 99.9 percent gold would be labelled 999 or . 999.
What is the gold karat scale?
Karat is a measurement of the ratio of gold to other metals or alloys. Karats are measured on a scale from 0 to 24. The higher the karat number, the more gold there is and the less other metal content. Other metals and alloys could include copper, nickel (not common anymore), silver, or palladium.
What gold coin is 9999 Pure?
The American Buffalo was presented in 2006 as the U.S Mint’s answer to the Canadian Maple Leaf. With 99.99% gold purity, it is the purest gold coin available in the United States. Each coin has the “1oz . 9999 Fine Gold” stamp.
What is the price of 9999 gold?
Gold Coins
| Canadian Gold Coins | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf 9999 | $2,217.64/coin |
| 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf 9999 (2015 or Later) | $2,219.85/coin |
| 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf Damaged or 999 | $2,144.88/coin |
| Gold Maple Leaf under 1 oz | $71.10/g |
Is 10K or 14K gold better?
In addition to its lower price, 10K gold is slightly more durable than 14K gold. Because it’s made from a smaller amount of pure gold and a larger amount of more durable alloy metals, this type of gold is more resistant to scratches, scuffs, dents, and other common damage.