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Old October 20th 03, 02:55 AM
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In article ,
Jeff S. wrote:
... In other words, if he hypothetically says the ring will weigh 1/8
ounce at 14 K, then how much 24 K gold will he need to make the ring?
Can it be stated that 1 ounce of 24 K gold will yield X ounces of 14 K
gold?


28.35 grams (1oz) of 24 K gold will yield 48.6 grams (1.714oz) of 14K.


28.35 grams (1oz) 24k gold (28.35/14x24)
20.25 grams remainder (copper and silver)
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=48.6 grams 14k gold

The 20.25 grams remainder could be:
10.13 grams copper
10.13 grams silver (1:1 ratio)
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=20.25

13.50 grams copper
6.75 grams silver (2:1 ratio)
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=20.25

6.75 grams copper
13.50 grams silver (1:2 ratio)
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=20.25

or other ratios ... like 6:1 (red gold)

Brian

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