18k gold is 75% gold and 25% another metal.
24k gold is for all purposes, pure gold
Melt the 18k gold and remove the impurities (other metal)
For figuring price, compared to 24k, multiply .75 times price
24k gold is for all purposes, pure gold
Melt the 18k gold and remove the impurities (other metal)
For figuring price, compared to 24k, multiply .75 times price