Can you use a magnet to test gold?

The Magnet Test Gold is not magnetic, so there should not be any attraction to magnets. If there is, you most likely dont have real gold. However, some of the base metals that can be mixed with gold are also non-magnetic so you can get a false read.

Can you use vinegar to test gold?

White vinegar is the most acidic vinegar, so it works the best for testing gold. It is also clear-colored, so it will show a color change the best. Youll want to use an eyedropper to pour your vinegar so that you can control the amount that you put on your gold piece.

Does real gold jewelry have to be stamped?

In the U.S., there is a law that mandates that gold jewelry sold by a vendor must be stamped with a marking that indicates the items karat number. The law also states that the real purity of the piece can deviate by up to 0.5 karats from the karat stamp.

How can you tell if a 14K gold chain is real?

If you find numbers followed by the letters K, KT, or KP, this is an indication of the karat of the piece, and it is likely that it is made of solid gold. For example, a stamp that reads “14K” (also “14KT” or “14KP”) means that the chain is 14 karats. European gold markings are often expressed in terms of decimals.