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HALLMARKING:
A stamp on gold, silver, or platinum by assay offices after the metal has been tested and determined to contain the proper amount of precious metals required by law. Common stamps on jewelry are 925 (indicating solid sterling silver), 10K, 14K, and 18K (indicating various gold purities).