Find the missing gold evidence before handover
Begin with what each object supports. Retain clear item weight, group total and scale unit, and do not supply an unclear figure from another piece.
Evidence that can be completed now
Keep unfiltered photographs and classify bangles, necklaces, rings and pendants under their own numbers, matching every observation to the first image set.
Evidence that remains unresolved
Explain any component that cannot be separated safely or any net gold weight that has not been established. A missing angle or document stays open and is no reason to alter the object.
Transcribe visible marks before interpreting them
For a group, enter the current name, hallmark, design, dimensions or weight, packaging and condition for each numbered object. Mark a hidden field for retesting.
Record every piece in a bridal set separately, including its stamp and gross weight. List cords, tags, stones and non-gold decoration instead of treating the set total as confirmed gold weight.
Market shorthand is not a fineness result
Photograph the overall form, hallmark, clasp, solder joint and attachments as five distinct views. Preserve original readings and units rather than showing only the front design.
Net gold weight requires stones, pearls, cord, spring mechanisms, watch movements and other non-gold material to be handled separately; the gross object weight is not automatically gold weight.
Cite a reference and date for any production or historical description. Old labels, recollections and online images remain research aids.
One item number through weighing and handover
Group 999, 916, 750 or other visible stamps for organisation only; a hallmark is evidence to test, while repair solder, replaced clasps and mixed materials still need inspection.
A hollow bangle, moving chain clasp or mounted ring may contain supports or another material. Photograph seams, clasps, openwork and moving parts without dismantling them.
Keep complete images, details, measurements, packaging and papers under one number so additions cannot migrate to another piece.
Let the remaining gap determine the next check
Breaks, deformation and an older style may not change fineness, but missing gold, solder and repair positions affect confirmed weight and must be documented item by item.
Images can sort forms and locate obvious damage, while material, small repairs and enclosure-covered sections may still need direct examination.
Separate hallmarks, weights and component lists
First group bangles, necklaces, rings and pendants, then list non-separable parts and any unconfirmed net weight. Hollow structures, added clasps and repairs remain attached to their own identifiers.
Use three passes: confirm the object number, retain individual and total scale readings, then map hollow sections, replacements and repairs. Date every later measurement or test.
Keep original observations distinct from later judgement. Photographs, dimensions and weight occupy the evidence section; market names, provenance and unresolved points remain contextual.
If an image and reading conflict, repeat the measurement at the same position rather than selecting one. Arrange direct inspection when the discrepancy cannot be explained.
For an enquiry, leave the gold uncleaned and unopened, then supply clear clasp, solder and construction images with the documents already available.
