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Gold Hoop Earrings Marked 585

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Worthington, Ohio, US

Nice pair of earrings stamped 585. Hoop, pierced style. What This Stamp Means Gold Purity: The number represents the gold content in parts per thousand. It means the alloy consists of 58.5% pure gold mixed with 41.5% other metals (like copper and silver) added for durability. Standardization: This is the standard European hallmark equivalent to…

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Worthington, Ohio, United States (US)

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Nice pair of earrings stamped 585. Hoop, pierced style.
What This Stamp Means
Gold Purity: The number represents the gold content in parts per thousand. It means the alloy consists of 58.5% pure gold mixed with 41.5% other metals (like copper and silver) added for durability.
Standardization: This is the standard European hallmark equivalent to the North American “14K” stamp.
Durability: Because pure gold (24K) is too soft for everyday jewelry, a 585 gold composition offers an ideal balance of rich color and structural strength for pieces like chunky hoop earrings.