Art'emi is a jewelry store that stands out for its craftsmanship and creativity for the manufacture of 18-carat gold jewelry in Brussels. Artémi Vasilakis is a jewelry expert, offering advice to meet the needs of her clients. She has a perfect command of the art of creation and puts her expertise at the service of everyone. Explore the beautiful jewelry collection Art'emi and feel free to call on the jeweler for all your jewelry questions and needs.
Why use 18-carat gold in jewelry in Brussels?
The carat is a system of units of measurement that determines the value of gold and the weight of gold. In the world of jewelry, jewelers most often use 18-carat gold, also written as 18k. When we talk about 18-carat gold, it means that it consists of 18 grams of pure gold and 6 grams of other metals. Thus, the metals commonly used to strengthen gold are silver, zinc, copper, and nickel. Art'emi jewelry store uses 18-carat gold for jewelry. Indeed, their pure gold composition generally makes them well tolerated by sensitive skin or those allergic to metals. In addition, 18-carat gold is a valuable investment that preserves its value over time. Discover Art'emi 's 18-carat gold jewelry collection!
Different denominations and prices per gram of 18-carat gold
- 24 carats: 99.99% near-pure gold. It is rarely used in jewelry. It is more common to use it for investment or bullion manufacturing.
- 22 carats: contains 91.60% pure gold. It is highly prized for engagement rings and other wedding jewelry in the East and the Middle East. But it is not recommended for setting precious stones.
- 18 carats: the most used title in jewelry. It consists of 75% pure gold.
- 14 carats: with a purity of 58%, this gold is the least expensive. However, it retains all the beauty of gold thanks to its alloy of silver or copper.
- 9 carats: composed of 37.5% pure gold, this alloy, not to be confused with gold-plated, is more accessible but less precious.
Now let's move on to the price of a gram of 18-carat gold. In jewelry, it costs about 40€ per gram for this type of gold.
Do you live near Brussels? Feel free to visit the Art'emi Jewelry Store, where you will find a selection of 18-carat gold jewelry. Alternatively, explore our website to find the perfect piece of jewellery and enjoy delivery throughout Brussels and Belgium.
How do you know if a piece of jewelry is made of 18 carat gold?
First, to find out if a piece of jewelry is made of 18-carat gold, check for the presence of a hallmark. Indeed, the hallmark is an official mark used by jewelers to identify the provenance and purity of a piece of gold jewelry. Second, you can use a magnet. If your jewelry is not attracted to the magnet, it is made of gold.
For any other questions, you can always ask for Artémi advice. Having more than 20 years of experience, she will be able to determine if your jewelry is made of gold.
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Art'emi : the art and passion of 18-carat gold jewellery creation in Brussels
In addition to its collection of gold and silver jewelry, Artémi Vasilakis offers various services to care for your 18-carat gold jewelry in Brussels. If you live in Etterbeek, Saint-Gilles or Uccle, bring your jewelry to the Art'emi workshop in nearby Ixelles. You'll benefit from the jeweler's expertise for a complete cleaning that will restore your jewelry's brilliance.
Take advantage of our ring enlargement and shrinkage services to perfectly adjust the size of your ring. You can also entrust the jeweler with the repair of your jewelry and watches to restore them to their original condition.
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