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Indian gold hallmark symbols

Indian gold hallmark symbols separate roles: 22K916 names the purity, the HUID identifies an article, and the jeweller can add a separate logo.

The three components

A purity stamp such as 22K916 states the gold grade. The BIS logo identifies the hallmarking system; the HUID identifies the particular hallmarked article. Copy letters and numbers exactly, keeping the jeweller’s own logo or design number separate.

What to check next

Use Verify HUID in the BIS Care app to look up the six-character identifier. Compare the returned purity with the stamp. An older hallmark can have a different component arrangement; a jeweller’s initials are not a substitute for the HUID.

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