Question: is 12 kt gold real?
Answer: When it comes to gold jewelry, 12 karat (12K) is not a very commonly used type of gold. Most modern jewelry comes in 10K (suggested article: The Value of 10K Gold), 14K, 18K, or 24K gold. However, there is still some 12K gold jewelry made, and many antique or heirloom pieces may use 12K gold.