Literally thousands of beautiful pieces to choose from, at the lowest prices anywhere . We have provided detailed descriptions and pictures for your convenience. We are adding new items to this site every day. It is spelled carat outside the United States but should not be confused with the unit used to measure the weight of gems, also called carat. This system of indicating the relative proportion of gold originated with a medieval coin called a mark.
Many elements determine the price of any piece of gold jewelry.
Once you understand them, you'll be able to judge whether a particular piece of gold jewelry offers the value you're looking for. Karats count, as you already know. But, price is also affected by the weight of the piece. Generally speaking, a larger, heavier piece is more expensive than a smaller, lighter one. You can also expect to pay more for unique design and special finishes.