9 carat gold: a conscious choice

At Memoria Jewelry, it's all about memories. Capturing a precious moment in a piece of jewelry you can wear every day. At the same time, we understand that not everyone has the same budget—especially now that the price of gold has risen sharply.

That's why we're increasingly getting questions about 9-carat . What exactly is it? How does it work? And why do we offer it? In this blog post, we'll explain it openly and honestly.

What is 9 carat?

9 carat (9 kt) means an alloy consisting of 37.5% pure gold , supplemented with other metals such as silver and copper. This combination creates a strong and durable material with a warm appearance.

Important to know:
👉 In the Netherlands, 9 carat is not recognized as “real gold” according to the Hallmarking Act.
This means that it cannot legally be sold as gold, even if it does contain gold.

We believe transparency about this is essential.

Why is 9 carat becoming more and more popular?

In recent years, the price of gold has risen sharply . This has made 14- and 18-karat jewelry less accessible to many people. At the same time, the desire to wear a personal, meaningful piece of jewelry remains—especially memorial jewelry.

9 carat is therefore increasingly chosen in the Netherlands as:

• affordable alternative
  

• durable material for everyday wear
  

• accessible entry for those who want a precious metal, but not the price level of higher carats
  

We clearly see this development in the market.

Why does Memoria Jewelry offer 9 carat?

At Memoria Jewelry, we make conscious choices. Not only aesthetically and emotionally, but also practically.

We offer 9 carat because:

• not everyone has the same budget
  

• memories are no less valuable because of the material
  

• we want to give people a choice
  

• the rising gold price could otherwise pose a barrier
  
  

We always communicate clearly:
9 carat contains gold, but is not recognized as gold in the Netherlands.

This way you know exactly what you are choosing.

Is 9 carat suitable for a memorial piece of jewelry?

Yes. Due to its composition, 9 carat is:

• stronger and harder than higher carat gold
  

• good resistance to daily wear
  

• suitable for rings and pendants
  
  

Our meticulous resin processing—which safely encloses ashes or hair—is completely independent of the metal used . The memory remains just as carefully and respectfully crafted, regardless of the material chosen.

The difference between 14 and 18 carat

Those who choose 14 or 18 carat choose a legally recognized gold jewelry.
Those who choose 9 carat consciously choose accessibility and affordability .

Memories are personal — and so are choices

Just as with other sentimental jewelry, such as breast milk jewelry, we're seeing affordable alternatives become increasingly important. Here too, the balance between emotional value and material choice plays a major role. A great example of this can be found at Mama Jewels , where personal memories also take center stage.

Conclusion: a conscious choice, clearly explained

9 karat is not considered gold under Dutch law, but it does contain gold and offers an affordable, strong, and accessible alternative in a time of rising gold prices.

At Memoria Jewelry we believe that:

• memories do not depend on carat
  

• honesty is more important than marketing
  

• you can choose what suits your situation
  

Whatever choice you make, we treat every memory with the same care, attention, and respect.