Learn how gemstones in Kerala jewellery affect your gold price. Discover why jewellers deduct stone weight, what stones are common, and how to check the real gold value before you pay.
Don’t Get Fooled by the Sparkle
When you buy or sell jewellery in Kerala, your gold value is always based on net weight.
Not the total weight.
Not the sparkling stones.
Only the gold.
Why Jewellers Remove Stones
- Jewellers remove stones before weighing your jewellery.
- The weight of stones is deducted from the total.
- You are only paid for the remaining gold weight.
Common Stones in Kerala Jewellery
- Rubies and emeralds in traditional necklaces.
- American Diamonds (Synthetic Cubic Zirconia) in bangles, earrings, and chains.
- Other semi-precious stones used for decoration.
These stones may add beauty, but they do not add to gold value.
Example from Practice
If your bangle weighs 20 grams, but 2 grams come from American Diamonds, the jeweller pays you for 18 grams of gold.
Why This Matters for You
- The sparkle may impress, but it doesn’t change the price of gold.
- Always ask the jeweller about stone weight.
- Verify net weight before making a purchase or sale.
Key Takeaway
Your money is only in the gold, not in the stones.
This post explains how gemstones like rubies, emeralds, and American Diamonds in Kerala jewellery influence the final gold price. It shows how jewellers deduct stone weight, why you are only paid for the net gold content, and how to avoid confusion when buying or selling jewellery.
