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When discussing the worth of a 14-karat gold wedding band, it's important to distinguish whether you're looking for the worth of the ring if it was to be resold by you or if you were to melt the ring down and sell the gold. For the latter, the value is based on the current market price of gold and the weight of the ring. If assuming an average band weight and recent gold prices, the melt value might be from $250 to $420. However, when reselling the ring, factors like craftsmanship, brand, and market demand play a role, which could astronomically increase its value.

The amount of gold in a wedding band depends on the ring's design and size. Typically, a standard men's wedding band might use between one-tenth to one-half of an ounce of gold, with a more common range being about 0.1 to 0.2 ounces for simpler designs. Women's bands, which are often thinner, might use less—ranging from just under 0.1 to around 0.15 ounces of gold. However, these figures can vary significantly with the band's width, thickness, and any additional elements like embedded stones or intricate patterns that might reduce the amount of gold used.

The value of a gold wedding band can vary widely based on the current gold market price, the band's weight and karat (purity), and any additional design elements or brand value. As a ballpark, if a band is made of 14-karat gold and weighs about 5 to 7 grams, which is average for a simple men's band, its raw gold value could range from $250 to $420, considering gold prices around $50 to $60 per gram. However, retail prices account for craftsmanship, design, and brand, often significantly higher than the raw gold value. So it’s safe to say, unless you’re making your band, you can expect to pay a bit more for it.