What makes 9KT gold ideal for everyday jewellery?

9KT gold offers the perfect balance of durability, comfort, and elegance designed for jewellery you can wear every day with ease.

Is Carrots Jewellery crafted in real gold?

Yes. Every Carrots piece is crafted in solid 9KT gold and never gold-plated or filled.

Will solid gold jewellery retain its finish over time?

Unlike plated jewellery, solid gold does not peel or flake. With proper care, your jewellery is designed to retain its beauty for years to come.

Is your jewellery BIS hallmarked?

Yes, all our jewellery is BIS hallmarked for authenticity, including pieces below 2 grams.

Can delicate jewellery still be made for everyday wear?

Absolutely. While our designs feel refined and minimal, they’re thoughtfully crafted for long-term everyday wear.

Is Carrots Jewellery suitable for sensitive skin?

Our jewellery is thoughtfully crafted for comfortable everyday wear and is hypoallergenic for most skin types. Every order also includes a care card to help you maintain your pieces beautifully.

Are your pieces designed for stacking and layering?

Yes. Our collections are designed to be worn effortlessly, whether styled solo, layered, or stacked together.

Why is 9KT gold becoming the modern choice for fine jewellery?

9KT gold combines the beauty of fine jewellery with the durability needed for modern everyday styling.

Can I gift Carrots Jewellery for special occasions?

Absolutely. Every piece is designed to feel timeless, personal, and elevated, making it perfect for meaningful gifting.

How should I care for my jewellery?

To preserve its shine, avoid direct contact with perfumes, harsh chemicals, and moisture, and store your jewellery in a dry place when not in use.

Do you offer returns or exchanges?

Yes, we offer returns and exchanges in accordance with our brand policy.

How can I find my perfect ring size?

You can refer to the ring size guide available on our website, or simply compare the size using a ring you already own for an easy fit reference.

Does every order arrive in luxury packaging?

Every order arrives in our signature luxury packaging, complete with a care card for a refined unboxing experience.

Are your designs timeless or trend-inspired?

Our designs blend timeless elegance with contemporary European-inspired styling, created for modern everyday wear.

The Portofino Drop Chain Pendant

Name: The Portofino Drop Chain Pendant
Brand: Carrots 9kt Jewellery
Price: 34479.91 INR
Availability: InStock

Product Details	Rate	Weight	Value
Gold 9KT	₹5533.53/g	3.98g	₹22023.45
Making Charges	-	-	₹11452.19
Sub Total	-	3.98g Gross Wt.	₹33475.64
GST	3%	-	₹1004.27
Grand Total	₹34479.91

Shop 9kt Solid Gold Jewellery Online

Carrots makes 9kt solid gold jewellery that is light enough to wear every single day and real enough to keep for life. Every necklace, chain, ring, pendant, bracelet and pair of earrings is genuine gold, BIS hallmarked, and crafted to feel like nothing on your skin. When you buy 9kt gold jewellery online from Carrots, you get fine jewellery reimagined for real life, and priced honestly because we sell direct to you.

Real Gold, Made for Every Day

For too long, gold meant heavy pieces locked in a safe and saved for weddings or special occasions. We took the opposite view. Carrots jewellery is designed to move with you, from a Monday morning meeting to a weekend brunch. Our pieces are slim, modern and comfortable, the kind of real gold you put on once and forget you are even wearing. This is everyday luxury, not occasion-only gold.

Solid Gold, Not Plated: The Carrots Difference

Most "affordable" gold-look jewellery in the market is gold-plated or gold-toned silver, where a thin gold layer sits over a base metal and slowly rubs away. Carrots is different. Every piece is 9kt solid gold all the way through, so the colour cannot flake, fade or turn. You are buying the real thing, not a coating. And because there is no showroom rent, no heavy retail markup and no middleman margin, you get genuine gold at a price that finally makes sense.

Every Piece BIS Hallmarked, Even Under 2 Grams

When you spend money on real gold, you deserve proof of what you are getting. Every single Carrots article is BIS hallmarked to 375 fineness and carries a HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification) number, which is your government-backed guarantee of purity under the BIS Act. We make no exceptions for small pieces. Even our most delicate articles, including those weighing under 2 grams, go through the exact same hallmarking process. In July 2025, 9 carat gold was officially added to India's mandatory hallmarking system, and we hallmark every piece as standard so you can verify purity the moment your order arrives.

Built on Legacy-Jeweller Standards

Trust is not a slogan for us, it is our background. Carrots was founded by people who learned the craft inside one of India's most renowned and trusted legacy jewellery brands, managing store operations and large-scale production for a household name. The biggest lesson was not how to manufacture beautiful pieces. It was how to earn and protect customer trust, the meticulous care and transparency it takes to keep generations of customers loyal. We have brought those exact, world-class standards into a modern, direct-to-consumer experience.

Why 9kt Gold Is the Smart Everyday Choice

9kt gold, also written as 9K, 9 carat or 9ct, is real gold made up of 37.5% pure gold blended with other metals for strength. That blend is exactly what makes it ideal for daily wear. It is a harder, more durable alloy than 22kt or 18kt, so it resists scratches and dents far better through everyday life. It is also significantly more affordable, which matters when gold prices in India have climbed to record highs. In short, 9kt gold lets you own real, hallmarked gold, wear it without worry, and not pay a fortune for the privilege.

9kt Solid Gold vs Gold-Plated and Demi-Fine Jewellery

If you have shopped for affordable jewellery online, you have almost certainly seen demi-fine and gold-plated pieces, usually a thin gold layer over sterling silver or stainless steel. They look good at first, but that surface layer wears thinner over time and eventually needs replating. Solid 9kt gold is a completely different category. It is real gold throughout, it holds genuine value, and it never needs replating or special handling. With Carrots you pay a little more than plated fashion jewellery and get something authentic in return: real, hallmarked gold you can wear daily and keep for years, not months.

Shop 9kt Gold Jewellery by Category

Find your everyday piece across our full range. Browse 9kt gold rings for a comfortable daily wear gold ring, or explore gold earrings and gold hoops. Layer a lightweight gold necklace with a fine gold chain, add a gold pendant or a ready-styled pendant set, or finish a look with a gold bracelet. Celebrating something special? See couple rings and promise rings or personalise an initial pendant.

Lightweight Chains and Necklaces You Will Live In

The everyday chain is where Carrots really shines. Our lightweight gold chains and lightweight gold necklaces are slim, durable and made for all-day comfort, whether you wear them solo or stacked. Choose a sleek snake chain, a strong, structured Franco chain, or a ready-to-wear pendant chain. Every chain is solid gold, so the shine stays true for years.

Gold for Him, for Her, for Kids, for Everyone

Carrots is real gold for the whole family. Shop modern gold jewellery for women and understated gold jewellery for men, including men's gold rings. Explore clean unisex pieces that suit anyone, and gentle, lightweight gold jewellery for kids, with kids' pendants that are lovely for naming ceremonies and kids' earrings that make meaningful baby-shower gifts.

Real Gold for Everyday and for Gifting

Because Carrots pieces are made to be worn on ordinary days, they also make gifts people actually use. A dainty gold chain, a pair of gold studs or a personalised initial pendant is a present that gets worn every day, not left in a drawer. Real gold also marks the big moments, from naming-ceremony keepsakes to birthdays and anniversaries, and it arrives BIS hallmarked, so it is a gift with proof of purity built in.

Transparent Pricing and Easy, Confident Shopping

We believe in complete transparency. You see clear pricing, real hallmarked gold, and a BIS purity mark on every piece, with no hidden games. Not sure of your size? Use our size calculator before you order. Looking for a present? A Carrots gift card lets the recipient choose their own real gold. Want styling and buying tips? Read our jewellery journal. And if you have any question at all, contact our team, we are happy to help.

New to gold this light? Start with our most-loved designs in best sellers, or simply shop all 9kt gold jewellery. Thank you for making us part of your daily style journey. This is real gold, reimagined.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 9kt gold real gold?

Yes, 9kt gold is real gold. It is made of 37.5% pure gold (375 parts per thousand) blended with other metals for strength. The alloy makes it harder and more scratch-resistant than 22kt or 18kt, which is exactly what makes 9kt gold ideal for everyday wear.

What does 9kt gold mean?

9kt gold, also written as 9K, 9 carat or 9ct, describes the purity of the gold. Karat measures gold content out of 24, so 9kt contains 9 parts gold to 15 parts other metals, equal to 37.5% pure gold, or a fineness of 375.

Is 9kt gold BIS hallmarked in India?

Yes. In July 2025, 9 carat gold was officially added to India's mandatory BIS hallmarking system, with a minimum fineness of 375. Every Carrots piece is BIS hallmarked to 375 and carries a HUID number, so its purity is government-certified.

Is Carrots jewellery solid gold or gold-plated?

Carrots jewellery is solid 9kt gold, never gold-plated. There is no thin gold layer over a base metal, so there is nothing to wear off. The gold is consistent throughout the piece, which is why the colour stays true for years.

Why is 9kt gold more affordable than 22kt gold?

9kt gold contains 37.5% pure gold, compared with around 91.6% in 22kt gold, so it costs much less per gram while still being genuine, hallmarked gold. Buying direct from Carrots, with no showroom or middleman markups, keeps prices lower still.

Will 9kt gold tarnish, fade or change colour?

Because Carrots pieces are solid gold and not plated, they will not flake or lose their colour the way gold-plated jewellery does. It may dull over time because 9kt gold is 37.5% pure gold mixed with other metals, which can react with sweat, perfume, or chemicals. Keep it away from lotions and harsh chemicals, and store it dry when not worn.

Is 9kt gold good for daily wear?

Yes, 9kt gold is one of the best choices for daily wear. Its harder alloy resists scratches and dents better than higher-karat gold, and our lightweight designs are comfortable enough to wear all day, every day, from work to evening.

Is 9kt gold good for sensitive skin?

Solid 9kt gold is generally a kinder everyday choice than plated jewellery, because there is no coating to wear away and expose base metal, and every Carrots piece is quality-checked for a smooth, skin-friendly finish. If you have a known nickel allergy, contact us and we will help you choose.

Can I wear my 9kt gold jewellery in water or the shower?

Occasional contact with water will not harm solid gold, but it is best to avoid wearing it in the shower, pool or sea. Chlorine, saltwater, soap and chemicals can dull the shine over time and may affect delicate settings, so remove pieces before swimming.

How do I know my Carrots jewellery is genuine gold?

Every Carrots piece carries the BIS hallmark, the 375 fineness mark, and a unique HUID number stamped on the metal. The HUID lets you verify authenticity and purity, so you have proof of genuine gold in your hands with every order.

What jewellery does Carrots sell?

Carrots offers lightweight 9kt solid gold jewellery for everyday wear, including rings, earrings, hoops, necklaces, chains, pendants, pendant sets, initial pendants, bracelets and couple rings, with dedicated collections for women, men, unisex styles and kids.

Is 9kt gold a good investment, and does it have resale value?

9kt gold contains real gold, so it has genuine intrinsic value, though less per gram than higher-karat gold. Carrots pieces are designed first and foremost to be worn and enjoyed every day, rather than as a bullion investment, while still being authentic, hallmarked gold.

How should I care for my 9kt gold jewellery?

Keep it away from perfume, lotion, sweat and harsh chemicals, take it off before swimming or showering, and store each piece separately in a dry pouch to avoid scratches. Wipe it gently with a soft cloth to maintain its shine.

Does Carrots deliver across India?

Yes, Carrots ships 9kt solid gold jewellery across India, and every order arrives BIS hallmarked so you can verify purity on delivery. For current delivery timelines and our returns and exchange policy, please see our terms and conditions or contact our team.

How do I find my correct ring or jewellery size?

Use the Carrots size calculator to find your fit before ordering. For rings, you can also measure a ring you already wear, or wrap a strip of paper around your finger and measure it in millimetres against a size chart. If you are between sizes, size up.

Can I buy 9kt gold jewellery as a gift?

Absolutely. Lightweight, hallmarked real gold makes a meaningful and lasting gift, and pieces like initial pendants, dainty chains and gold studs are especially popular. If you are unsure what to choose, a Carrots gift card lets the recipient pick their own piece.

Why should I choose Carrots over other gold jewellery brands?

Carrots gives you real 9kt solid gold (not plating), BIS hallmarked on every piece including items under 2 grams, in lightweight modern designs built for daily wear. Because we sell direct to consumer, you get genuine gold at honest prices, backed by the trust standards of India's biggest legacy jewellers.