Experienced gold collectors are aware that this valuable yellow metal maintains special properties that can be recognized by means of meticulous testing. Investors can identify genuine gold to avoid being hoodwinked by scammers.
There are impressions on pieces of gold jewelries which are crafted from melted gold bars. You can find the stamp on or near the fastener of bracelets and necklaces. Imprints on rings can be found on the inside. The jewelry seal includes the purity or karats. The manufacturer’s brand is seen near the jewelry stamp. It highlights the gold’s legitimacy. The so-called “jeweler’s loupe” may be required to discern the miniature stamp on gold pieces. It is practical to conduct additional tests if there is no such mark to determine if the item is phony.
All valuable metals can be examined through the acid testing procedure. Acid corrodes fake jewelries. Make a small smudge on the gold piece to break through the surface. Drop a little amount of liquid nitric acid on the cut. Wait for the chemical reaction. Counterfeit gold will turn green right away where the acid was dropped. Sterling silver looks milky in appearance. On the other hand, pure gold will not react to the acid. Authentic gold is not attracted to magnets. The magnetic test is a suitable test for genuine gold. Synthetic gold as well as other metals will attract the magnet.
Float tests can also be done easily. All you will need is one cup of clean water. Genuine gold will sink to the bottom instantly. The spurious version floats or drifts above the base of the cup. True gold does not also rust or gets discolored when wet. Skin yellowing that comes from wearing bogus gold jewelry is not a falsehood. In fact, this can also serve as a variety of test. Hold the gold with your hand for several minutes. Skin perspiration generates a chemical reaction with this precious commodity. Skin will streak with fake metals. Expert jewelers can verify contents of gold especially when it comes to weight and cleanness.