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Track the live 10 karat gold price per gram with real-time calculations from spot prices. The most affordable solid gold available and the legal minimum to be sold as gold in the US.
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Understanding 10K Gold
10 karat gold contains 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloying metals, making it the minimum karat legally sold as "gold" in the United States. Its high alloy content makes it the hardest and most scratch-resistant of all gold karats.
- Purity – 41.7% pure gold (417 fineness)
- Hallmark – 417 (stamped on all 10K items)
- Legal Status – Minimum karat to be called 'gold' in the US
- Durability – Hardest and most scratch-resistant karat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 10K gold?
10K gold is an alloy containing 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% other metals including silver, copper, and zinc. It is the minimum karat legally allowed to be sold as gold in the United States. Despite its lower gold content, it is real gold with a 417 hallmark and is the most durable karat available.
How to calculate 10K gold scrap value?
Multiply the weight of your 10K gold in grams by the current 24K gold price per gram, then multiply by 0.417. This gives you the melt value. Scrap gold dealers typically pay 70-85% of this melt value. For example, if 24K gold is $100/gram and you have 10 grams of 10K gold, the melt value is $417 (10 x $100 x 0.417).
Is 10K gold real gold?
Yes, 10K gold is absolutely real gold. It contains 41.7% pure gold by weight, which meets the legal threshold in the United States for an item to be labeled and sold as gold. While it has more alloy metals than higher karats, the gold content is genuine and gives the metal its characteristic warm color.
What is the difference between 10K and 14K gold?
The main difference is gold content: 10K contains 41.7% gold while 14K contains 58.5%. This means 14K has a richer color and higher intrinsic value. However, 10K is harder, more scratch-resistant, and significantly more affordable. For budget-conscious buyers or items subject to heavy wear, 10K can be a practical choice.