{"id":10191,"date":"2026-07-28T17:42:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T12:12:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/?p=10191"},"modified":"2026-07-28T17:42:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T12:12:13","slug":"difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"Difference Between 22K and 24K Gold\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">24K gold is 99.9% pure and is&nbsp;generally preferred&nbsp;for investment, while 22K gold is 91.6% pure and mixed with other metals to make it stronger for&nbsp;jewellery. The&nbsp;difference between 22K and 24K gold&nbsp;comes down to purity,&nbsp;durability&nbsp;and how you plan to use it. Whether you are buying gold to wear or investing&nbsp;for&nbsp;the future, understanding these differences can help you make a better decision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#22K_vs_24K_Gold_Key_Differences\" >22K vs 24K Gold: Key Differences&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Why_24K_Gold_Is_Preferred_for_Investment\" >Why 24K Gold Is Preferred for Investment&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Why_22K_Gold_Is_Preferred_for_Jewellery\" >Why 22K Gold Is Preferred for&nbsp;Jewellery&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#How_to_Verify_Gold_Purity_Before_Buying\" >How to Verify Gold Purity Before Buying&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Start_Investing_in_24K_Digital_Gold_with_FatakPay\" >Start Investing in 24K Digital Gold with&nbsp;FatakPay&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#FAQs\" >FAQs&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#What_is_the_difference_between_22K_and_24K_gold\" >What is the difference between 22K and 24K gold?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Which_is_better_for_investment_22K_or_24K_gold\" >Which is better for investment, 22K or 24K gold?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Can_24K_gold_be_used_for_jewellery\" >Can 24K gold be used for\u00a0jewellery?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#How_do_I_check_the_purity_of_gold_before_buying\" >How do I check the purity of gold before\u00a0buying?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/#Is_24K_gold_more_expensive_than_22K_gold\" >Is 24K gold more expensive than 22K gold?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_Karat_Mean_in_Gold_Purity\"><\/span><strong>What Does Karat Mean in Gold Purity?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Karat measures the purity of gold on a scale of 0 to 24. The higher the karat, the greater the proportion of pure gold in the item. 24K gold&nbsp;contains&nbsp;99.9% pure gold and has little to no added metals. 22K gold&nbsp;contains&nbsp;91.6% pure gold, while the remaining 8.4%&nbsp;consists of alloy metals such as copper or silver that improve strength. Understanding karat makes it easier to compare&nbsp;different types&nbsp;of gold before you&nbsp;buy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22K_vs_24K_Gold_Key_Differences\"><\/span><strong>22K vs 24K Gold: Key Differences<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are deciding between&nbsp;22K vs 24K gold, comparing them side by side makes the choice much easier:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>24K Gold<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>22K Gold<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Purity&nbsp;<\/td><td>99.9% pure gold&nbsp;<\/td><td>91.6% pure gold&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BIS Hallmark&nbsp;<\/td><td>999&nbsp;<\/td><td>916&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Colour&nbsp;<\/td><td>Bright yellow&nbsp;<\/td><td>Slightly deeper yellow&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Durability&nbsp;<\/td><td>Soft and bends easily&nbsp;<\/td><td>Stronger and more durable&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best suited for&nbsp;<\/td><td>Coins,&nbsp;bars&nbsp;and&nbsp;digital gold&nbsp;<\/td><td>Jewellery&nbsp;and ornaments&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price&nbsp;<\/td><td>Higher because of greater purity&nbsp;<\/td><td>Slightly lower than 24K gold&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Resale&nbsp;<\/td><td>Closely follows the market gold price&nbsp;<\/td><td>Depends on making charges&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding these makes it easier to see the&nbsp;difference between 24K vs 22K gold before making a purchase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_24K_Gold_Is_Preferred_for_Investment\"><\/span><strong>Why 24K Gold Is Preferred for Investment<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the goal is long-term savings or wealth preservation, 24K gold is usually the preferred&nbsp;option&nbsp;because of its high purity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the reasons include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Higher purity:<\/strong>\u00a0Since it\u00a0contains\u00a099.9% pure gold, it offers the highest intrinsic gold value.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common investment choice:<\/strong>\u00a0Gold\u00a0bars, bullion coins and many\u00a0digital gold\u00a0products use 24K gold.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Better price transparency:<\/strong>\u00a0Its value closely reflects the prevailing market gold price because there is\u00a0very little\u00a0alloy content.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Suitable for long-term investing:<\/strong>\u00a0Many investors choose 24K gold as part of a diversified investment portfolio.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_22K_Gold_Is_Preferred_for_Jewellery\"><\/span><strong>Why 22K Gold Is Preferred for&nbsp;Jewellery<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jewellery&nbsp;is one of the most common&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/uses-of-gold\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>uses of gold<\/strong><\/a>. Unlike 24K gold, which is&nbsp;very soft, 22K gold&nbsp;contains&nbsp;small amounts&nbsp;of alloy metals that make it stronger and more suitable for everyday wear. This combination of purity and durability makes it the preferred choice for most gold&nbsp;jewellery&nbsp;in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People often choose 22K gold because it:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is strong enough for everyday wear\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holds intricate\u00a0jewellery\u00a0designs better than pure gold\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is commonly used for traditional Indian\u00a0jewellery, including necklaces, bangles,\u00a0earrings\u00a0and rings\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers a good balance between purity and durability\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are buying ornaments for regular use, knowing the&nbsp;difference between 22 carat and 24 carat gold&nbsp;helps you choose the&nbsp;option&nbsp;that best suits your needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Verify_Gold_Purity_Before_Buying\"><\/span><strong>How to Verify Gold Purity Before Buying<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Checking gold purity before you buy helps ensure you get exactly what you are paying for. Whether you are&nbsp;purchasing&nbsp;jewellery&nbsp;or comparing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/digital-gold-vs-physical-gold\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>digital gold vs physical gold<\/strong><\/a>, a few simple checks can make&nbsp;a big difference.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before buying gold:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Look for the BIS hallmark:<\/strong>\u00a0Genuine 24K gold carries the BIS 999 hallmark, while 22K gold carries the BIS 916 hallmark.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check the HUID:<\/strong>\u00a0Every hallmarked gold item has a unique six-digit Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number that can be verified using the BIS Care mobile app.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ask for a proper invoice:<\/strong>\u00a0The bill should mention the purity, weight, hallmark\u00a0details\u00a0and applicable charges.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Buy from a trusted seller:<\/strong>\u00a0Choosing a reputable\u00a0jeweller\u00a0or digital platform reduces the chances of buying gold with lower purity than claimed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Compare the day&#8217;s gold price:<\/strong>\u00a0Checking the current gold rate helps you understand whether the quoted price is reasonable.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These simple checks can help you buy genuine gold with greater confidence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Investing_in_24K_Digital_Gold_with_FatakPay\"><\/span><strong>Start Investing in 24K Digital Gold with&nbsp;FatakPay<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to invest in pure 24K (999) gold without worrying about storage or making charges? Start&nbsp;your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/digital-gold-investment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>digital gold investment<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;on the&nbsp;FatakPay&nbsp;app from just \u20b910. It is&nbsp;a simple way&nbsp;to own high-purity digital gold, build your savings&nbsp;gradually&nbsp;and invest whenever it suits your budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no single answer to whether&nbsp;22K or 24K gold&nbsp;is better. The right choice depends on why you are buying it. If you want&nbsp;jewellery&nbsp;that can handle regular wear, 22K gold is&nbsp;generally the&nbsp;better&nbsp;option. If your focus&nbsp;is&nbsp;long-term investment, 24K gold offers higher purity and closely tracks market prices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_22K_and_24K_gold\"><\/span><strong>What is the difference between 22K and 24K gold?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;difference between 22K and 24K gold&nbsp;is their purity. 24K gold&nbsp;contains&nbsp;99.9% pure gold, while 22K gold&nbsp;contains&nbsp;91.6% pure gold along with alloy metals that improve durability for&nbsp;jewellery.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_better_for_investment_22K_or_24K_gold\"><\/span><strong>Which is better for investment, 22K or 24K gold?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">24K gold is&nbsp;generally preferred&nbsp;for investment because of its higher purity. It is commonly used for gold bars, coins and digital gold, and its value closely follows the&nbsp;market&nbsp;gold price.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_24K_gold_be_used_for_jewellery\"><\/span><strong>Can 24K gold be used for\u00a0jewellery?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, but it is less common because pure gold is soft and can bend or scratch easily. Most&nbsp;jewellery&nbsp;is made using 22K gold for greater durability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_check_the_purity_of_gold_before_buying\"><\/span><strong>How do I check the purity of gold before\u00a0buying?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for the BIS hallmark, verify the HUID using the BIS Care app, and check that the invoice clearly mentions the purity and hallmark details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_24K_gold_more_expensive_than_22K_gold\"><\/span><strong>Is 24K gold more expensive than 22K gold?<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Because it&nbsp;contains&nbsp;a higher percentage of pure gold, 24K gold usually costs more per gram than 22K gold.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\"> \n\n{ \n\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \n\n  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\", \n\n  \"itemListElement\": [{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 1, \n\n    \"name\": \"Home\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 2, \n\n    \"name\": \"Blog\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 3, \n\n    \"name\": \"Digital Gold Silver\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/\" \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \n\n    \"position\": 4, \n\n    \"name\": \"Difference Between 22K and 24K Gold\", \n\n    \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/\" \n\n  }] \n\n} \n\n<\/script> \n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\"> \n\n{ \n\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \n\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\", \n\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": { \n\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\", \n\n    \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/digital-gold-silver\/difference-between-22k-and-24k-gold\/\" \n\n  }, \n\n  \"headline\": \"Difference Between 22k and 24k Gold\", \n\n  \"description\": \"Learn the difference between 22K and 24K gold, their purity, durability, and best uses. 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Most jewellery is made using 22K gold for greater durability.\" \n\n    } \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"Question\", \n\n    \"name\": \"How do I check the purity of gold before buying?\", \n\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\", \n\n      \"text\": \"Look for the BIS hallmark, verify the HUID using the BIS Care app, and check that the invoice clearly mentions the purity and hallmark details.\" \n\n    } \n\n  },{ \n\n    \"@type\": \"Question\", \n\n    \"name\": \"Is 24K gold more expensive than 22K gold?\", \n\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": { \n\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\", \n\n      \"text\": \"Yes. Because it contains a higher percentage of pure gold, 24K gold usually costs more per gram than 22K gold.\" \n\n    } \n\n  }] \n\n} \n\n<\/script> \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>24K gold is 99.9% pure and is&nbsp;generally preferred&nbsp;for investment, while 22K gold is 91.6% pure and mixed with other metals to make it stronger for&nbsp;jewellery. The&nbsp;difference between 22K and 24K gold&nbsp;comes down to purity,&nbsp;durability&nbsp;and how you plan to use it. Whether you are buying gold to wear or investing&nbsp;for&nbsp;the future, understanding these differences can help<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[694],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10191","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-digital-gold-silver"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10191","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10191"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10191\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10192,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10191\/revisions\/10192"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10191"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10191"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fatakpay.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10191"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}