Kultaseoksen

Kultaseoksen is a term that refers to a gold alloy, specifically a mixture of gold with other metals. The purity of gold is typically measured in karats, where 24-karat gold is pure gold. When gold is alloyed, its karat value decreases, indicating the presence of other metals. These added metals, such as copper, silver, nickel, or zinc, are incorporated to alter the gold's properties.

The primary reasons for creating a kultaseoksen are to enhance its durability, change its color, and reduce its cost. Pure gold is very soft and malleable, making it unsuitable for many types of jewelry and decorative objects that require more resilience. Alloying with harder metals makes the gold stronger and less prone to scratching or bending. Furthermore, combining gold with different metals can produce a variety of colors beyond the typical yellow hue of pure gold. For instance, mixing gold with copper results in rose gold, while alloying with nickel or palladium can create white gold. The addition of other metals also dilutes the pure gold, making the final product less expensive than solid 24-karat gold. The specific composition of the alloy determines its karat rating and its resulting characteristics, making kultaseoksen a versatile material in goldsmithing.