Gold Jewellery: Real 24K Gold & Gold-Plated Personalised Pieces

Etchcraft Emporium offers gold jewellery in two forms: real, BIS-hallmarked 24K gold priced at the live market rate, and durable 22kt gold-plated pieces built on surgical-grade 316L stainless steel. This guide explains the difference, how each is priced, how long it lasts, and how to choose.

What types of gold jewellery does Etchcraft Emporium offer?

Etchcraft offers two kinds of gold jewellery: real 24K gold that is BIS-hallmarked and priced at the live gold rate, and gold-plated jewellery made with 22kt gold plating over surgical-grade 316L stainless steel. The real gold line is for heirloom, value-retaining pieces, while the gold-plated range delivers the gold look at an affordable, everyday price starting around ₹999.

Is Etchcraft's jewellery real gold or gold-plated?

Both. Most of Etchcraft's everyday range is 22kt gold-plated on 316L steel — affordable, durable, and personalised — while the dedicated Real Gold (24K) line is solid, hallmarked gold. Each product page tells you exactly which it is, so you always know what you're buying.

What is the difference between gold-plated and real gold jewellery?

Real gold jewellery is solid gold throughout and holds intrinsic, resale value, while gold-plated jewellery has a layer of gold bonded over a base metal — at Etchcraft, 22kt plating over 316L stainless steel. Real gold is priced by weight at the live gold rate; plated jewellery is priced as affordable fashion jewellery. Choose plated for budget-friendly everyday wear and real gold when you want a lasting, valuable piece.

Can you turn a photo into real gold jewellery?

Yes. Etchcraft can convert a photo or design into a real 24K gold piece, priced at the live 24K rate on the day you order. The image is mapped to a wearable design and produced in solid, BIS-hallmarked gold rather than plating.

How is Etchcraft's real gold jewellery priced?

Real gold pieces are priced at the live 24K gold market rate at the time you order, plus a making charge for the craftsmanship. Because the gold rate moves daily, the price updates in real time, so you always pay the current market value of the gold rather than an inflated fixed price.

Is Etchcraft's real gold BIS hallmarked, and what does that mean?

Yes, Etchcraft's real gold jewellery is BIS hallmarked. A BIS hallmark is the Bureau of Indian Standards' official certification that the gold's purity is independently verified, and each hallmarked piece carries a HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) you can check. In short, you are not taking the seller's word for the purity — a recognised standards body has certified it.

How long does custom real gold jewellery take to deliver?

Custom real-gold pieces are made to order and take about 14 days. Gold-plated and demifine pieces are dispatched from our warehouse within about 2 days, then delivery depends on your location — typically 2–4 days for metro and Tier-1 cities and 4–7 days for Tier-2 cities and beyond.

Does gold-plated jewellery fade or tarnish?

Good-quality gold-plated jewellery resists fading for a long time when cared for — kept away from water, perfume, and friction it can last for years. Etchcraft uses 22kt plating over surgical-grade 316L stainless steel for durability, and backs every plated piece with a no-questions-asked 6-month anti-fading replacement warranty. See the gold-plated range.

Is gold-plated jewellery good quality and worth buying?

Gold-plated jewellery is worth buying when the base metal and plating are good quality, because that determines how long it lasts. Etchcraft builds its plated jewellery on surgical-grade 316L stainless steel — the same grade used in medical tools — which gives the plating a durable, skin-friendly foundation. With prices starting around ₹999, it's an affordable way to get the gold look for daily wear.

Can I get gold jewellery personalised or engraved?

Yes. Most of Etchcraft's gold and gold-plated jewellery can be personalised with a name, initial, date, or symbol, and real gold pieces can even be made from your own photo or design. Personalisation is the brand's specialty — the gold simply carries your story. Browse all products.

Is it safe to buy gold jewellery online in India?

Buying gold online is safe when the purity is certified, the pricing is transparent, and the seller is established. Etchcraft meets all three: BIS hallmarking with a verifiable HUID on real gold, pricing tied to the public live gold rate, and a business operating since 2019 with a physical store in Delhi and cash-on-delivery available on eligible orders.

Which is better for everyday wear — gold-plated or real gold?

For everyday wear on a budget, 22kt gold-plated jewellery is the practical choice — it gives the gold look, survives daily use on its 316L steel base, and is backed by a 6-month anti-fading warranty. Choose real gold when you want a piece that holds its value and lasts a lifetime, and don't mind the higher price and made-to-order wait.

What is the price range of gold jewellery at Etchcraft?

Gold-plated personalised jewellery starts at around ₹999 and mostly sits in the ₹999–₹2,999 range. Real 24K gold pieces are priced individually at the live gold rate by weight, plus making charges, so the price reflects the current market value of the gold on your order day.

Explore your options: Shop Real Gold (24K) or browse gold-plated personalised jewellery. Not sure which suits you? Message us on WhatsApp before you order.