When shopping for fine jewellery, terms like “18K Gold Plated” and “925 Sterling Silver” appear frequently. But what do these quality stamps actually mean for your accessories? Here is a look at the materials used in your Glemes pieces.
What is 925 Sterling Silver?
Pure silver (99.9%) is too soft to be crafted into durable everyday jewellery. To strengthen it, pure silver is alloyed with 7.5% other copper metals, creating 925 Sterling Silver (92.5% pure silver). This stamp guarantees that your piece is made of precious metal that is hypoallergenic, durable, and long-lasting.
What is 18K Gold Plating?
Gold plating involves bonding a real layer of gold onto a base metal using electroplating.
- 18K Gold means the gold layer consists of 75% pure gold, giving it a rich, warm tone compared to brassy lower-karat options.
- The Glemes Difference: We apply a thicker-than-standard layer of 18K gold over premium 925 Sterling Silver, giving you the luxurious look and feel of solid gold at an accessible price point.