Gold-filled and gold plated products are a great, quality alternative to the much more expensive solid karat gold. I get a lot of questions about both types of jewelry so I’ve put together some points on their differences.
Gold-plate Jewelry
Gold-plate or vermeil is a term that describes a coating of gold on a base metal. Vermeil is a bit more delicate than gold-filled and tends to be a bit more yellow in color due to the higher karat commonly used - like 24k. A lot of the charms and cast pieces at k.lynn bayne jewelry are electroplated in this manner.
Please note that over time gold plating may wear off and this is normal, not a manufacturing defect. Gold plate pieces are a fabulous way to achieve a gold tone at a great price.
Gold-filled Jewelry
Gold-filled jewelry has a thick surface layer of 14kt gold. There is usually 100 times more gold in 14kt gold filled than in gold plate. This jewelry is created by taking 14kt gold and bonding it through extreme heat and pressure to a core of metal alloy (usually brass). The quantity of gold must be at least 1/20th of the weight of the total product, which is why it is called a 14/20 Gold Filled piece. The end result is a piece of jewelry that is resistant to tarnish because of its thick 14kt gold covering.
All chains used in k.lynn bayne jewelry are gold-filled, so you can show off those fabulous necklaces longer.
Care is easy. Just care for it as you would any other jewelry. A simple inexpensive way to clean gold filled jewelry is to soak it for a minute or two in a mild liquid jewelry cleaner. Rinse the jewelry thoroughly with water afterwards and let dry.
In the end, you really can't go wrong with either - happy shopping!
XO, Katie
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