What is Gold-Filled?

Gold-filled is not the same as gold-plated…

Plated jewelry is primarily a base metal (copper, brass, pewter, etc.) with a very thin layer of gold electroplated onto its surface—so thin that it can be worn away quite easily through normal wear. It may also contain other metals such as nickel or palladium which are frequently used in gold plating.

Our gold-filled jewelry is composed of a substantial layer of gold, fused to an inner core of jewelry-quality brass. The gold layer contains around one hundred times more gold, by weight, than plated jewelry. It cannot be rubbed off or worn away. This means you can wear your gold-filled jewelry without worry of destroying the gold layer or being exposed to potential irritants used in the plating process. If properly cared for, your gold-filled jewelry can last a lifetime without deterioration or tarnish. It can even be polished or repaired, if needed, without compromising the gold.