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Wear & Tear
Yes, 9K gold tarnishes. Here's the truth.
So does that mean you should just buy plated and replace it? No. Here's why that logic doesn't actually work.
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The gold you were told not to buy
9K gold has been the everyday standard in the UK for decades. It's only just become official in India. Here's why that matters.