916 hallmark means that the jewellery is made of 22-carat gold (22/24 = 91.6%), but do not be satisfied by seeing only 916, but check the entire hallmarking. Check the entire hallmarking.

For example, a 916 hallmark will mean purity of 916 per 1000 parts, i.e. 91.6 per cent purity, which effectively is the 22-carat gold. ... BIS Mark; Purity in carat and Fineness ...

Thus a BIS 916 hallmark would certify to a purity of 916 per 1000, that is 91.6%, translating to a 22-carat purity of gold. Logo of the assaying centre. A code denoting the year of hallmarking.

Thus a BIS 916 hallmark would certify to a purity of 916 per 1000, that is 91.6%, translating to a 22-carat purity of gold. Logo of the assaying centre. A code denoting the year of hallmarking.