The range
Six metals. One way of pricing them.
Carat is a measure of purity, not quality. A higher carat means more gold and a softer piece. A lower carat means more alloy and a harder one. Both are honest choices, and the right one depends on how often the piece will be worn.
- 24K99.9% pure
Twenty four carat gold
Gold in its unalloyed state. Deep colour, high density, and soft enough to mark with a fingernail.
Suits Investment bars, coins and heirloom pieces that are worn rarely and stored well.
- Rate per gram
- AED 312.50
- 22K91.6% pure
Twenty two carat gold
The regional standard for fine jewellery. Keeps the warm yellow of pure gold with enough alloy to hold a form.
Suits Bangles, chains and bridal sets worn on occasion.
- Rate per gram
- AED 287.25
- 21K87.5% pure
Twenty one carat gold
Slightly harder than 22K and a little paler. Holds engraving and fine detail without wearing flat.
Suits Patterned cuffs, worked surfaces and everyday bangles.
- Rate per gram
- AED 274.40
- 18K75.0% pure
Eighteen carat gold
A quarter alloy makes it the most durable gold we work in, and the one that takes white and rose tones.
Suits Stone settings, rings worn daily, and slim modern designs.
- Rate per gram
- AED 235.10
- PT95095.0% pure
Platinum
Denser than gold and naturally white, so it never needs replating. It burnishes rather than wears away.
Suits Wedding bands, solitaire settings and pieces meant to be worn without pause.
- Rate per gram
- AED 128.60
- AG92592.5% pure
Sterling silver
Bright, light and forgiving to work. It tarnishes with air and returns to full colour with a cloth.
Suits Everyday rings, larger sculptural forms and first pieces.
- Rate per gram
- AED 3.85
Indicative rates. Confirmed at the counter on the day of purchase.