In this article, we will take you through all three types of gold so that you can see the differences. Furthermore, we’ll discuss which types tarnish and which don’t, so that you can choose the best kind of gold product for you.
Type | Price | Quality | Base Metal | Pross & Cons | |
Gold Plated | Lowest Price | Good | Usually cheap metals like brass, copper and others | Won’t last long, will tarnish eventually | May irritated sensitive skin |
Gold Vermeil | Affordable | Better | Sterling Silver or other precious metal (at least 2.5 microns) | Won’t tarnish, good for wearing everyday | Suitable for all skin types, hypoallergenic |
Gold Filled | Affordable | Better | Usually Brass (at least 5% of the total weight) | Won’t tarnish, good for wearing everyday | Suitable for all skin types, hypoallergenic |