“Gold-plated jewelry can be plated with 14k, 18k, and 24k gold, but because the layer is so thin, gold-plated jewelry has no gold value,” says Gardner. In terms of price, ...

This is one of the most common combinations of alloys and gold. 18K jewellery has a richer golden tone than 14K. ... 14K (58% gold and 42% alloyed metals) ...