What do the terms “gold filled (GF)” and gold “vermeil” mean specifically and what is the differences between them versus the “gold plating (GP)”?
For our jewelry we use only the two of “gold filled” and “vermeil” to design and complete our bracelet and earring collections. I have explained the terms below so you can understand the differences between these three terms. GOLD VERMEIL: This jewelry is made with 14K gold and usually very thick layers that are bonded and melted with sterling silver using a heated process. Vermeils is usually more expensive than the “gold filled” and this is because the base metal is .925 sterling silver. Our 4.5mm gold letter block beads that we use in our name bracelets are Vermeil. GOLD FILLED (GF): This jewelry is made with 14-20K gold layers as well. The gold percentage is 20K in our findings that are gold filled. The base of the metal is generally sterling silver or brass. Our gold lobster clasps, charms, earrings are stamped with the 14-20K on them. The gold filled process involves heat adherence and hence giving it a lifetime quality in the process. The gold will not flake, chip or fade as “go
For our jewelry we use only the two of “gold filled” and “vermeil” to design and complete our bracelet and earring collections. I have explained the terms below so you can understand the differences between these three terms. GOLD VERMEIL: This jewelry is made with 14K gold and usually very thick layers that are bonded and melted with sterling silver using a heated process. Vermeils is usually more expensive than the “gold filled” and this is because the base metal is .925 sterling silver. Our 4.5mm gold letter block beads that we use in our name bracelets are Vermeil. GOLD FILLED (GF): This jewelry is made with 14-20K gold layers as well. The gold percentage is 20K in our findings that are gold filled. The base of the metal is generally sterling silver or brass. Our gold lobster clasps, charms, earrings are stamped with the 14-20K on them. The gold filled process involves heat adherence and hence giving it a lifetime quality in the process. The gold will not flake, chip or fade as “go
