Yes. Dental crowns, bridges, and inlays are often made from gold alloys that also contain palladium, platinum, or silver. Under the American Dental Association’s classification, “high noble” alloys contain at least 60% noble metal, including at least 40% gold. Because the mix varies, dental gold should be tested, not guessed — we use an XRF analyzer to read the exact content in front of you.
Dental work is rarely pure gold. The American Dental Association groups dental alloys by their noble-metal content:
| ADA class | Noble metal content | Typical value |
|---|---|---|
| High noble | At least 60% noble metal (gold, platinum, palladium), with at least 40% gold | Highest |
| Noble | At least 25% noble metal | Moderate |
| Predominantly base metal | Less than 25% noble metal | Low |
Many crowns are porcelain fused to metal, with a thin metal layer under the white porcelain. They still have value, but less metal than a full gold crown. Silver-colored crowns can also contain palladium or platinum — testing tells you.
Yes. Crowns and bridges removed from your own mouth are your property. Ask your dentist to return them after a procedure. As with any sale, bring a valid photo ID.
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