Gold Filled vs Gold Plated Jewelry

Gold filled jewelry has a thick layer of gold bonded to a base metal, so the gold content is a measurable fraction of the weight; gold plated jewelry only has a thin electroplated layer. Gold filled lasts far longer and can carry a gold-content stamp.

For wholesale fashion jewelry, gold plated with IP/PVD vacuum plating gives the best balance of look and cost. Our gold plated pieces use 18K gold IP/PVD plating over 316L stainless steel or copper, with a color-retention coating and 48-hour salt spray testing.

Browse our gold-tone necklaces or read how long gold plating lasts.

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