With proper care and maintenance, gold vermeil jewelry can keep sparkling through the years. Here are our top tips for cleaning and storing your gold vermeil jewelry. When you aren’t wearing your gold vermeil jewelry, store it in a fabric-lined box, or a soft cloth away from dust and dirt. An airtight box is […]
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Certain metals such as nickel, cupru, chromium and cobalt have been known to cause allergic reactions in individuals. This is not a concern with gold vermeil, as it only generally contains gold and silver. Cu toate acestea, if there are materials mixed in the vermeil such as nickel, sellers are required to disclose them. Be extra […]
You can find gold vermeil in many jewelry stores online and in-store, however it is essential to be a vigilant buyer. Here are some things to look for before you buy: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Notice the prices. Gold vermeil is typically more expensive than sterling silver […]
Gold vermeil, gold-plated and gold-filled jewelry are very similar in concept. Only slight differences in execution and materials distinguish these three methods. Gold-plated jewelry There is no standard metal or gold thickness when it comes to gold-plate. You can find gold plate in a variety of thicknesses and on a range of varying metals […]
The durability of your gold vermeil actually depends on the thickness of the gold plating. In other words, gold is the primary factor when determining whether or not the gold vermeil will last. As a general rule of thumb, the thicker the gold plating, the longer the life of the piece. Another factor to […]
To create gold vermeil, the item is first crafted in fine or sterling silver and is then covered in gold using the process known as electrolysis. În trecut, vermeil was crafted using the process of fire-gilding, but this was later banned due to the dangers inherent in this process, especially the issue of […]
In a nutshell, vermeil (French for silver, pronounced ver-may) refers to a variety of gold-coated metal. For metal to be considered vermeil, it needs to meet three main trade criteria: The base of the metal must be of sterling (92.5%) or fine (99.9%) argint. This is why vermeil is also known by its other […]
Lately, gold vermeil has been making a buzz in the jewelry world. It is increasing in popularity but interestingly enough, not many people know what this is. Although vermeil might seem like a new craze, this type of metal has existed for centuries. If you are into jewelry that looks like gold (notice that […]
In summary, coloured gemstones are beautiful alternatives to diamonds and have their own charm, so it is no wonder than this new trend is gathering speed. The rise in demand for colour in engagement rings and other jewellery can only mean more opportunity within their designs; this allows us to perfectly tell our customer’s […]
Many of our emerald loving customers choose tourmaline or green sapphires, which have their own olive-teal hues varying from a pale to a vibrant saturated colour. Purple sapphire is a stunning alternative to amethyst, which can scuff and mark over time, whereas a sapphire will wear less easily. Amethyst often looks glassy and can […]