What Does 950 Mean on Jewelry?
Stamps describe metal content; they are not a buy/sell quote. When in doubt, test with a jeweler or assay service.
95% pure platinum — this is NOT gold
Stamps are clues, not guarantees. If the mark isn’t a gold fineness, gold price per gram tables won’t apply.
Common confusion points
- Plated items can look like gold but test as base metal under the surface—verify before you value it as solid gold.
- If you expected gold, look for additional marks (K, karat, or recognized fineness) and consider an XRF test.
Similar / easily-confused stamps
950 is a platinum hallmark. Platinum looks silver-white and is more valuable than gold per gram.
How to verify a stamp
Stamps describe metal, not value. For silver or platinum pieces, a jeweler can confirm fineness (e.g. XRF). Color alone is misleading—gold-plated silver can look yellow.
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FAQ
- Does 950 mean gold?
- No. 950 on jewelry usually means 95% pure platinum — this is NOT gold 950 is a platinum hallmark. Platinum looks silver-white and is more valuable than gold per gram.
- How can I verify what 950 means?
- Treat it as an identification clue. If you’re unsure, a jeweler can verify the metal with XRF. Avoid applying gold melt math until you confirm the metal type.