Materials
For our gold jewellery we only use high-quality gold plating made to last. All of our silver jewellery is made from 925 silver.
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 jewelry 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 jewelry significantly more valuable and durable. The thick gold layer creates a visually appealing and high-quality finish that anyone can wear.
18k gold plated (with 3 microns)
Due to the limitations of the mechanical plating process with 14k Gold-Filled, we at Sophistique Jewellery also use high-quality 18k gold plating with a thickness of 3 microns. This is applied to the jewelry pieces through a galvanic gold bath. The 3-micron thickness significantly exceeds the industry standard, ensuring exceptional durability and a radiant shine for our jewelry.
925 Silver
All of our silver jewelry 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 jewelry is very thin, typically ranging from about 0.2 to 0.5 microns.