BIS Hallmark Explained

Your guarantee of purity and quality in gold jewellery. Understanding the hallmark and its importance.

WHAT IS HALLMARK

Understanding BIS Hallmark

Government Certified

BIS Hallmark is the official government certification that guarantees the purity of gold jewellery in India.

Purity Guarantee

It assures that the gold purity matches the claimed carat - 22K, 18K, 14K, or 9K.

Consumer Protection

Protects consumers from fraud and ensures they get exactly what they pay for.

HALLMARK SYMBOLS

What's on a Hallmark?

BIS Logo

The official Bureau of Indian Standards mark

Purity/Carat

22K, 18K, 14K, 9K or 916, 750, 585, 375

Hallmarking Centre

Licensed hallmarking centre's identification mark

Year of Marking

Alphabetical code (A to Z) representing the year

PROCESS

How Hallmarking Works

Sampling

Jewellery is randomly sampled from each batch

Testing

XRF machine tests the purity accurately

Stamping

Hallmark symbols are laser engraved

Certification

Certificate of purity is issued

BENEFITS

Why Hallmark Matters

Guaranteed Purity

Assured purity of gold as claimed by the jeweller

Better Resale Value

Hallmarked gold fetches higher resale value

Legal Protection

Consumer court complaint if purity is not met

International Recognition

Recognized globally for quality assurance

NUMBERS GUIDE

Understanding Hallmark Numbers

Number Mark

Purity / Carat

999

24K Gold (99.9% pure)

916

22K Gold (91.6% pure) - Most common in India

750

18K Gold (75% pure)

585

14K Gold (58.5% pure)

375

9K Gold (37.5% pure)

FAQ

Common Questions

Is hallmark mandatory for gold jewellery?

Yes, BIS Hallmark is mandatory for gold jewellery sold in India above 14 carats.

Can I trust non-hallmarked jewellery?

It's not recommended. Always buy hallmarked jewellery to ensure purity.

How to verify a hallmark?

You can verify online on BIS website using the HUID number on jewellery.

What is HUID number?

HUID is a 6-digit unique identification number for each hallmarked jewellery piece.

Does Narayan Jwellers sell hallmarked gold?

Yes, all our gold jewellery is BIS Hallmarked with HUID number.

Is hallmark valid internationally?

Indian BIS hallmark is recognized and respected globally for quality.

Buy 100% Hallmarked Gold

All our jewellery comes with BIS Hallmark and authenticity certificate. Visit our showroom for quality assurance.

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