Gold Hallmarking: Decode '916' and 22K for Smart Gold Buying!

• Hallmark is a government-certified 'certificate' of gold purity, issued by BSI (Bureau of Indian Standards) in India.
• Gold purity is measured in 'Karat'; 24K is 100% pure but too soft for jewelry, while 22K is ideal for jewelry with 2 parts other metals.
• The '916' hallmark signifies 22-karat gold, meaning it contains 91.6% pure gold; 18-karat gold is marked '750' (75% pure).
• Since 2021, hallmarked jewelry must display three elements: the triangular BIS Logo, purity in Karat (e.g., 22K916), and a unique 6-digit alphanumeric HUID Number.
• Buying hallmarked gold ensures exact purity, fair resale value, and traceability via the HUID code; always buy from BSI Certified stores with a proper bill and use the BIS Care App to verify.

Why It Matters: Understand gold hallmarking, Karat, and HUID to ensure purity and fair value when buying or selling gold.