Precious Metals & Gemstones

At GADO, we believe that true luxury begins with authenticity. Every creation is a meeting of nature’s finest elements.

We use only 100% guaranteed gold in 18K, and on the rare occasion 14K. We select natural, high quality gemstones, all carefully sourced and encapsulated in our pieces.

Understanding Gold Purity

Gold’s beauty lies in its purity, but its strength comes from balance. Each karat level represents a different ratio of pure gold to alloy metals, influencing both colour and durability.

10K Gold (41.7% pure gold)

Practical and durable, but lighter in tone and less radiant. Common in everyday or entry-level jewelry.

14K Gold (58.3% pure gold)

A balanced choice between strength and purity. Its colour is softer than 18K but still luminous. Often used in mid-tier fine jewelry.

18K Gold (75% pure gold)

The hallmark of true fine jewelry. It offers a rich, glowing hue, minimal tarnish, and the perfect harmony between beauty and resilience.

18K gold is our standard, ensuring that every piece holds its form, luster, and value for generations.

22K & 24K Gold (91.6%–99.9% pure gold)

Exceptionally rich in colour but too soft for gemstone settings or daily wear. Often reserved for ceremonial pieces or collectibles.

Our Gemstones

Every gemstone we use is formed over millennia, polished by hand, and chosen for its character, colour, and light.

We source our materials with respect for nature and a commitment to authenticity.

Emeralds

Our prize possession. We ethically source our emeralds from Colombia, where the world’s most vivid emeralds are found. Revered for their deep green tone, each emerald embodies renewal, legacy, and allure.

Diamonds

Timeless symbols of love and strength. Each diamond is chosen for exceptional brilliance, clarity, and ethically responsible sourcing.

Natural Zircon

A natural gemstone, formed deep within the earth - not to be mistaken for cubic zirconia, which is a synthetic imitation.

Natural zircon is prized for its remarkable brilliance and spectrum of colours, from white to vibrant pinks, blues, and greens.

Aquamarine

The gem of serenity and clarity, with sea-blue hues that evoke calm and purity.

Turquoise

An ancient talisman of protection and fortune, celebrated for its distinct sky-blue colour and timeless character.

Malachite

A stone of transformation and protection, recognized by its rich green bands and natural swirls. Each malachite surface is one of a kind - no two patterns are ever identical. Prized for centuries, these stones bring depth, vibrance, and symbolic power to our modern world.

Onyx

A deep, lustrous black stone symbolizing strength and self-mastery. Onyx offers a dramatic complement to gold and emerald designs.

Mother of Pearl

A luminous organic gem admired for its soft iridescence and natural elegance.

Agate

A stone of grounding and balance, featuring unique bands and natural color variations that make each piece one-of-a-kind.

Amber

Golden and warm, amber is fossilized tree resin - a window into ancient time, carrying natural inclusions that make every piece unique.

Sapphire

Renowned for its royal blue hues, sapphires represent wisdom, loyalty, and enduring beauty.

Ruby

A symbol of passion and vitality, the ruby’s deep red radiance captures the fire of the heart.

& many more.

We see gold and gemstones not as materials but as stories where treasures of the earth are shaped into heirlooms of meaning, preparing to tell a story for generations to come.