Gold-filled jewelry is an affordable alternative to solid gold, made by bonding a thick gold alloy layer to a base metal core (typically brass) through heat and pressure. By law, it must contain at least 5% gold by weight. This jewelry is non-magnetic, hypoallergenic, and can last 10-30+ years with proper care. While it can … Read more

6k gold is a low-quality gold alloy containing only 25% pure gold, with the remaining 75% consisting of other metals like silver, copper, and zinc. This low gold content makes it unappealing to investors and jewelry enthusiasts. 6k gold is generally not magnetic unless mixed with ferromagnetic metals, and it’s not hypoallergenic due to high … Read more

Gold-plated brass jewelry consists of a brass base (copper-zinc alloy) coated with a thin layer of electroplated gold. While affordable and gold-like in appearance, it’s not real gold and has significant limitations. The thin gold plating is vulnerable to water, chemicals, and friction, causing it to deteriorate within months to three years. Water exposure should … Read more

5k gold is a low-karat alloy containing only 20.85% pure gold, with the remaining 79.15% being other metals like silver, copper, and zinc. This minimal gold content makes it unappealing to investors and jewelry enthusiasts. The alloy isn’t magnetic when mixed with non-magnetic metals, but becomes magnetic with ferromagnetic metals like iron or nickel. Due … Read more

Stainless steel gold jewelry consists of a durable stainless steel base coated with a thin layer of real gold through methods like PVD or electroplating. This hypoallergenic jewelry offers the appearance of solid gold at lower prices and resists tarnishing. While water-resistant, showering isn’t recommended as it can wear down the thin gold plating (.5 … Read more

14k gold vermeil is jewelry made by electroplating a thick layer of 14 karat gold (minimum 2.5 microns) onto sterling silver. This process creates durable, tarnish-resistant pieces that look like solid gold at a lower cost. It’s hypoallergenic and non-magnetic due to its precious metal composition. While it can get wet, avoiding chlorinated water prevents … Read more

12k gold is an alloy containing 50% pure gold and 50% other metals like copper or silver, making it stronger, more durable, and affordable than higher karat gold. It’s not magnetic unless alloyed with ferromagnetic metals like iron or nickel, and it’s not hypoallergenic due to its high content of other metals. No bullion is … Read more

18k gold vermeil is high-quality jewelry made by electroplating at least 2.5 microns of 18 karat gold onto sterling silver. It offers the luxurious look of solid gold at a more affordable price. The jewelry is hypoallergenic and non-magnetic, making it suitable for most people. While it can get wet, it’s best to avoid chlorinated … Read more

20k gold is an alloy containing 83.3% pure gold mixed with 16.7% other metals like copper or silver for added strength. It offers a balance between high gold content and durability, making it suitable for detailed jewelry designs. The “k” represents karat, indicating 20 parts gold out of 24 total parts. 20k gold is non-magnetic … Read more

22k gold is a gold alloy containing 91.67% pure gold and 8.33% other metals like silver, copper, or zinc. This composition provides an excellent balance between gold’s rich yellow color and enhanced durability for jewelry making. Unlike pure 24k gold, 22k gold is strong enough for intricate jewelry designs while remaining non-magnetic and generally hypoallergenic. … Read more