Description
Product Highlights
10k Gold-bonded
Water Resistant
Sweat Resistant
Italian Made
925 stamped for authenticity
Unbeatable Pricing
Precious metals such as 925 are sold in grams just like gold and are free of toxic materials that cause skin reactions and tarnishing
DETAILS & DESCRIPTION
Introducing a modern variation on a classic Italian chain. The gold Round diamond cut chain features the look of a chain that has diamonds but it’s just designed with such beautiful diamond cuts to give it the sparkle appearance of a diamond like shine.
There are no diamonds in the chain
Thickness
3
Made In
Northern Italy
Grams approx 23.98
Genuine 925 stamped layered heavily in real gold for a long lasting daily wear luxurious look
Gold vermeil is the new solid gold look it’s not hollow and can be worn daily without fear of fading or tarnishing
Because it’s a precious metal you never have to worry about your skin getting tarnished by toxins or toxic materials
Not refundable
Please feel free to ask any questions
This is a solid heavy 925 gold vermeil chain not hollow so wear proudly and without fear of tarnishing
Comes beautifully wrapped in led or leather case depending on availability.
Free and fast shipping
Upgraded options are available please let us know if you’d like to upgrade shipping or look for upgrade shipping options in our shop listing
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FAQ
What does Gold Vermeil mean?
It’s actually pretty straight forward! Gold vermeil’s meaning is very specific. Vermeil jewelry has a legal definition in the United States. It is any piece of jewelry that consists of a Sterling Silver base layer with solid gold electroplated on top. Any piece of jewelry marked as gold vermeil must meet these requirements below:
Sterling silver must be the base material. Sterling silver is a metal alloy made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals.
What is Sterling Silver? This is a standard material and precious metal you may see this represented on jewelry as the stamp 925.
The gold plated layer must be at least 10k gold but can be anything from 14k to 24k gold.
Be plated in gold at least 2.5 microns thick. (micron = 1/1000th of a millimeter)
( We use the 4 micron technique which is the thickest and best method also rarely done by other jewelers to save cost )
Is vermeil waterproof? Can vermeil get wet? Can I shower with vermeil?
In short, no. No metal is truly “waterproof” as the minerals and deposits in regular tap water can dull or damage your jewelry over time. While showering with vermeil is typically okay to do it can hasten the degradation of your jewelry. It’s best to refrain from showering with your vermeil jewelry daily because the soaps, shampoos, and conditioners you use can react with the metals.
However, occasionally showering with your piece won’t ruin it forever. Just don’t wear your jewelry in the pool, hot tub, or ocean because it can permanently alter and damage your precious pieces.
Is vermeil gold good quality?
Gold vermeil is the highest quality jewelry you can buy that isn’t solid gold. It is an excellent affordable option for gold jewelry. In the rankings of demi-fine jewelry gold vermeil certainly ranks as the highest quality affordable option.
Is vermeil better than plated?
Vermeil jewelry is definitely a better option than plated. Plated jewelry has no industry standard for how thick the gold is which means you could be getting an item that’s been flash plated and will wear off quickly. With gold vermeil jewelry you know you are getting a high quality item.
Is vermeil the same as gold plated?
Gold vermeil undergoes a similar process to gold plated jewelry. However, they are not exactly the same. So what is gold plated? While gold vermeil has a legal definition under US law gold plated jewelry can be any type of jewelry that is plated in gold. Gold vermeil typically lasts longer and is less likely to fade or tarnish. Gold plated jewelry has no industry standard for thickness and therefore different companies can provide a wide range of quality.
Can vermeil be resized?
Gold vermeil rings can easily be resized by a jeweler. However, after resizing the appearance may change and you may need to have the item replated with gold. Many jewelers are able to do this and it is a relatively simple process.
What’s the difference between gold vermeil, gold plated, solid gold, and gold filled?
Does gold tarnish? Does gold vermeil tarnish? Does gold vermeil turn green?
Yes, over time all gold pieces will begin to tarnish. Fortunately, tarnishing does not mean it’s damaged or ruined! Tarnishing is a natural process that happens when metal alloys in gold pieces react with oxygen. The tarnishing can easily be polished off or shined away with a polishing cloth. A professional jeweler can also deep clean your gold jewelry safely.
Gold vermeil does not turn your finger green. The green hue that cheap jewelry can leave on your finger is usually from an abundance of copper in a metal alloy. This means that many metals which are mixed with copper can create this hue. Gold vermeil jewelry does not typically create this reaction because solid gold does not cause a green hue.
Gold vermeil vs solid gold
So is vermeil real gold? Simply put, yes. Vermeil is a method of creating high quality affordable gold jewelry. It refers to the process of electroplating solid gold over a base layer of Sterling Silver. Compared to solid gold it is the next best choice for high quality gold jewelry.
Gold vermeil vs gold plated
As mentioned before, vermeil differs from plated jewelry in its thickness. What does gold plated mean? The industry standard for a gold layer on vermeil is much thicker than the standard thickness of a gold plated piece. Plated pieces are often plated over a cheap base metal as well.
Gold vermeil vs Sterling Silver
All gold vermeil pieces require a base layer of Sterling Silver. This means underneath there is always the precious metal Sterling Silver. Sterling Silver pieces can easily be shined or polished back to their original luster.
Gold vermeil vs gold filled jewelry
Gold filled pieces typically also have a thick layer of gold plated on top. What does gold filled mean? Gold filled pieces often have a cheaper or low-end base metal. Both gold filled and gold vermeil pieces are difficult to tell apart from solid gold. However, the name of gold filled can be confusing. The piece is not in fact “filled with gold” but instead has a base metal of cheaper alloys with solid gold plated on top. If its gold filled vs vermeil we definitely vote for vermeil.
Gold plated vs gold filled
Gold plated pieces have a thin layer of gold on the outside with a base layer of a metal alloy. The metal base layer of gold vermeil pieces is always Sterling silver while gold plated pieces can have any type of base metal. The same goes for gold filled. Gold plated pieces may have a higher quality base metal than gold filled pieces which often have a low quality base metal. Many companies use gold plating or gold filled jewelry to hide a cheaper or low-end material underneath. Vermeil pieces hold their value because the base metal is Sterling Silver.
Figuring out what type of gold jewlery is the best option for you is a personal choice. You must take into account your personal style, your budget, and your allergies or sensitivities. Do you prefer low maintenance jewelry or are you okay with a little extra TLC? Answering all these questions can help you figure out what type of gold jewelry works best for you.
