
Gold Jewelry Sep 16, 2026 8 min read
How to Identify Gold: Visual Clues and Safe Next Steps
Learn what photos, stamps, wear and magnet behavior can show, what they cannot prove, and how to prepare an uncertain item for professional testing.
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Practical checklists and careful next steps from the app team.

Learn what photos, stamps, wear and magnet behavior can show, what they cannot prove, and how to prepare an uncertain item for professional testing.

A focused checklist for gold vs pyrite: check color, luster, streak, weight, and crystal shape in photos, watch for common lookalikes, and learn safe next steps before lab testing.