A Guide to Hallmarking: How to Ensure Your Jewellery’s Purity
- Anay Gindodia
- Feb 21, 2025
- 2 min read
When buying gold jewellery, purity is a top concern. With so many variations in gold quality, how do you ensure you’re getting what you pay for? The answer lies in hallmarking—an official certification of gold purity. At Shahani Jewels, we prioritize trust and authenticity, ensuring every piece of jewellery meets the highest quality standards.
What is Hallmarking in Jewellery?
Hallmarking is a government-certified process that verifies the purity and fineness of gold. In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the official body that provides hallmarking, making it easy for customers to identify genuine gold.
Why is Hallmarking Important?
✅ Assures Purity – Ensures the gold content is as claimed.
✅ Prevents Fraud – Helps customers avoid substandard or impure gold.
✅ Mandatory by Law – As per Indian regulations, hallmarking is now compulsory for most gold jewellery.
✅ Better Resale Value – Hallmarked gold is easier to sell or exchange.
Understanding the BIS Hallmark
Every hallmarked piece of gold jewellery consists of five key symbols:
BIS Logo – The official stamp of the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Purity Grade – Gold fineness is indicated as 22K (916), 18K (750), 14K (585), etc.
Hallmarking Center’s Logo – The unique identification of the assaying center.
Jeweler’s Identification Mark – A registered logo of the jeweler.
Year of Marking – Denoted by an alphabetical code.
How to Verify Hallmarked Jewellery?
Look for the BIS stamp on the jewellery.
Check the purity number (e.g., 916 for 22K gold).
Verify through the BIS CARE App – Scan and confirm hallmark authenticity.
Why Buy Hallmarked Gold from Shahani Jewels?
At Shahani Jewels, we provide:
✅ 100% BIS Hallmarked Jewellery for guaranteed purity.
✅ Exclusive Designs that blend tradition with modern elegance.
✅ Transparent Pricing with purity and weight details on every purchase.
✅ Trusted Legacy in delivering premium-quality gold jewellery.
Final Thoughts
Hallmarking is the key to buying authentic, high-quality gold jewellery. Always ensure that your jewellery is BIS-certified before making a purchase.
Visit Shahani Jewels today to explore our exquisite collection of hallmarked gold jewellery, where purity meets elegance!
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