Gold Karat Guide
Not sure which gold karat is right for you? Use the FORMÉS Gold Karat Cheat Sheet.
14 K or 585 Gold – Everyday Hero
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58.5 % pure gold + 41.5 % strengthening alloys
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Light, modern hue (think champagne)
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Tougher surface: resists most scratches and dents
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Wallet-friendly and skin-friendly (nickel-free in our alloys)
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Best for: wedding bands, stackers, “never-take-it-off” pieces
18 K or 750 Gold – Heirloom Classic
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75 % pure gold + 25 % lighter alloys
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Rich, saturated color (think late-sunset glow)
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Slightly softer; treat like a dress watch, not a tool watch
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Higher intrinsic value—and a bit more prestige
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Best for: milestone rings, statement pieces, future heirlooms
Quick Pick
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Wear it daily? Choose 14 K.
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Mark a big moment? Choose 18 K.
Whichever karat fits your rhythm, every FORMÉS piece is crafted from recycled gold and finished to the same exacting standards—sharp, balanced, intentional.
Note: In Lithuania and many other countries, 585 and 750 are fineness hallmarks (parts per thousand) equivalent to 14 K (58.5%) and 18 K (75%), respectively.
