Materials
14k Gold Filled
In this type of gold plating, the gold is mechanically applied to a base metal using a combination of high heat and pressure. By law, Gold-Filled jewellery must contain at least 5% of its weight in real gold. This results in a gold layer that is approximately 50 to 100 times thicker than that of standard gold plating. This makes the jewellery significantly more valuable and durable. The thick gold layer creates a visually appealing and high-quality finish that anyone can wear.
18K GOLD VERMEIL
Gold Vermeil is a high-quality type of gold plating, where a thick layer of 18K gold is applied to genuine 925 sterling silver. Compared to standard gold-plated jewellery, Gold Vermeil is significantly more durable thanks to its substantially thicker gold layer of at least 2.5 microns. This gives you jewellery with a luxurious gold shine that is also very skin-friendly, durable, and affordable – the perfect alternative to solid gold.
18k Gold Plated (3 Micron)
Since 14k gold-filled is limited in terms of production possibilities, we at Sophistique Jewellery also use high-quality 18k gold plating with a thickness of 3 microns. This layer is applied to the jewelry through an electroplating process. The 3-micron thickness significantly exceeds industry standards, ensuring exceptional durability and a radiant shine in each piece.
925 Silver
All of our silver jewellery is made exclusively from genuine 925 silver, also known as sterling silver. Sterling silver consists of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. This alloy gives the silver added hardness and durability while preserving the natural beauty of pure silver. Additionally, 925 silver is generally considered hypoallergenic, making it ideal for people with sensitive skin.
In comparison
Standard Gold Palting
The gold layer in standard gold plating for jewellery is very thin, typically ranging from about 0.2 to 0.5 microns.