What is gold filled?
Gold
Filled Jewelry is a thick (about 25mil) solid layer of quality gold heat bonded
onto an internal semi-precious metals by advanced mechanical process. It has
all the great characteristics of solid gold jewelry without price tag. Please
do not compare gold filled jewelry to plated jewelry (usually only 3 mil layer)
as there is no comparison, gold filled is much more valuable and tarnish
resistant than plated. It does not flake off, tarnish or discolor. It is
extremely long lasting and if taken care of will last you a lifetime. Gold
filled jewelry is an economical alternative to solid gold jewelry! Although it
isn’t solid gold jewelry.
What causes gold to be different
colors?
While
pure gold is a warm yellow, it can be manufactured in a wide variety of
colors-including pink, white, green, blue or gray-by being mixed with different
metals. For example, when silver and copper are added to pure gold, it turns
yellow. When nickel or palladium (or zinc and copper) are added, gold turns white.
Pure gold combined with silver, copper and zinc results in green gold. And pink
gold is made when copper is mixed with pure gold.
What is the best way to care for the
gold filled jewelry?
Do
not wear your jewelry in hot tubs and swimming pools. Take jewelry off when
using laundry or cleaning products. And, NEVER, EVER clean it with bleach. Use
jewelry cleaner and a soft cloth to clean your gold filled jewelry .If you do
not have jewelry cleaner, you can use mild soap and warm water. Never use any
harsh cleaners such as bleach or abrasives. To store gold filled jewelry,
wrap each piece separately in a soft cloth. Lay herringbone chains flat so they
do not kink. Always remember to remove your jewelry before sleeping, bathing or
exercising.