Identify real gold and fake gold To Identify real gold and differentiate it from fake gold in the market. 1. Hallmark Certification What is it? Hallmarking is an official mark stamped on gold to certify its purity. In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) provides hallmarking. How to check? Look for the BIS hallmark, which includes a BIS logo, fineness number (e.g.,916 for 22K gold), hallmarking centre's mark, and jeweller's identification mark. 2. Magnet Test What is it? Gold is not magnetic, so it won't stick to a magnet. How to check? Use a strong magnet and bring it close to the gold item. if it sticks, the item might not be pure gold. 3. H...