​Karat Gold

Is of the highest cost and best of the qualities. Is 100% karat gold and is hypoallergenic, tarnish resistant and best for all skin types and everyday wear. 

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Gold Filled 

Similarly to karat gold, is hypoallergenic, tarnish resistant, and good for all skin types and everyday wear. However, is way more affordable! Its a thick layer of karat gold with a base metal core of lesser value making up at least 5% of the total weight of the piece. ​

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Gold Plated

Is of the lowest cost and lowest of the qualities. Is a very thin layer of electroplated gold (.25-.5 microns thick) ontop of a base metal core of lesser value. 

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Fine Silver 

Is 99.9% pure silver. Is soft and can show scratches more easily. Is less likely to tarnish due to it's purity. ​

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​Sterling Silver

Is 92.5% fine silver, alloyed with other metals of lesser value (usually copper) to give it strength. Is prone to tarnishing. 

 

​​Rhodium Plated  

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