In metallurgy and coinage, how is the purity of gold often expressed?

Answer

In parts per thousand (e.g., 999.9 fine gold)

Gold purity is often quantified using parts per thousand, such as 999.9 fine gold, which is related to its elemental confirmation as Au.

In metallurgy and coinage, how is the purity of gold often expressed?
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