EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOLD: TIPS, COLORS, CARE...
At MATY, we offer a wide selection of gold jewelry so that
every woman can treat herself to a piece. We offer a
vast collection of
375 gold
or
750 gold
(9- or 18-karat), in every color:
yellow gold,
rose gold, or
white gold
—or even all these colors at once with
jewelry made from two or three types of gold.
Discover all the secrets of gold: its quality, hallmarks, and guarantees,
as well as how to care for it…
What's the difference between 375 (9-carat) and 750 (18-carat) gold?
Since pure gold is naturally malleable, when making gold jewelry, it must be alloyed with other metals to create a sturdy and durable piece. It is the process of alloying gold with other metals that gives it its color and strength. These two designations therefore indicate the proportion of gold used. Pure gold contains 1,000 parts per thousand of fine gold, so a piece of 750 gold jewelry contains 750 parts per thousand, and a piece of 375 gold contains 375. A piece of 375 gold jewelry has a lower proportion of fine gold than a piece of 750 gold jewelry, so its price will be more affordable. Whether it’s 750 gold or 375 gold, your MATY jewelry will be crafted with the same care and will have the same appearance.
Composition of yellow, white and pink gold
Jewelry made of 750 gold and 375 gold always contains other
metals such as fine silver, copper, and palladium. It is by
varying the proportions of these metals that we give
gold its different colors. With more copper and less silver,
we get rose gold. More silver in the alloy
results in white gold, also known as gray gold.Yellow gold
is the natural color of gold. Its alloy is balanced to
preserve its color and consists of 75% pure gold, 12.5%
silver, and 12.5% copper.
White gold is an alloy consisting of 75% pure gold and 25%
silver, which gives it its white color. White gold
jewelry
is then dipped in a rhodium bath to set its
color. Depending on the wear and tear of the white gold jewelry, the
rhodium plating can be renewed.
The color ofrose gold
is achieved by mixing 75% pure gold with an alloy
of 15% copper and 10% silver. Depending on its copper content,
the color of rose gold jewelry can vary, ranging from
pink to pinkish-yellow.
375 - 9 CARAT GOLD
THE DESIGNATION 375 OR 9-CARAT GOLD
It indicates the proportion of fine gold in a piece of jewelry. Jewelry made of 375 gold is therefore composed of 375/1000ths fine gold and 625/1000ths other metals. Naturally malleable, gold must be alloyed with other metals to give it strength and ensure its durability. A piece of 375 gold jewelry is composed of 37.5% pure gold. Its gold content allows for the creation of jewelry with an appearance and luster equivalent to that of 750-th gold jewelry, while reducing its cost.
375 gold is also known as 9-karat gold.
9-karat gold means that in 24 g of alloy, there are 9 g, or
37.5% pure gold.
HALLMARKS AND GUARANTEES FOR 375° GOLD
Each piece of 375 gold jewelry must bear a
responsibility hallmark identifying the jewelry’s origin 1, and a
state hallmark in the shape of a clover 2 for pieces weighing more than 3g.
To be authorized to apply these hallmarks, a company must
be certified by the government. MATY holds this certification,
which authorizes us to apply them in our workshops in Besançon and
thereby certify the correct gold content of your jewelry.
ADVANTAGES OF 375° GOLD
375 gold contains less fine gold than 750 gold, so its price will be more affordable while retaining its aesthetic qualities, finesse, and reliability.
Discover our collection of 375 gold jewelry (9 karat) for women, men, and children.
750 - 18-CARAT GOLD
THE 750 OR 18-CARAT GOLD DESIGNATION
It indicates the proportion of fine gold in a piece of jewelry. Since pure gold
is highly malleable, 750 gold jewelry is composed
of 75% pure gold and 25% other metals that give it its
color and help strengthen it.
Since gold is naturally malleable, it must be alloyed with other
metals to give it strength and ensure its
durability. A piece of 750 gold jewelry is composed of 75% fine gold.
HALLMARKS AND GUARANTEES FOR 750° GOLD
Every piece of 750 gold jewelry must bear a
responsibility hallmark identifying the jewelry’s origin 1, and a
state guarantee hallmark featuring an eagle’s head 2 for pieces weighing more than 3g.
Because they are subject to strict controls, these hallmarks are the
best guarantee of the quality and authenticity of your
MATY jewelry.
ADVANTAGES OF 750° GOLD
750 gold is composed mainly of fine gold and is, in that sense, very strong and durable.
750 gold is also known as 18-karat gold.
18-karat gold means that in 24 g of the alloy, there are 18 g
of pure gold, or 75.01%.
Discover our collection of 750 gold (18-karat) jewelryfor women, men, and children.
2 AND 3-TONE GOLD
A piece of gold jewelry can be made of 2-tone or 3-tone gold. This refers to yellow gold, 750 or 375, which is then coated with rose gold or rhodium, a shiny white precious metal, to give it various hues.
HOW DO I PRESERVE AND CARE FOR MY GOLD JEWELRY?
To keep your gold jewelry looking its best, we recommend cleaning it with a soft brush and soapy water. Then, rinse it with clean water, let it dry, and wipe it down with a soft cloth. We also offer a range of care products specifically designed for your jewelry. As for white gold, slight yellowish tints may appear over time. To restore its original luster and whiteness, bring it to our jewelers for rhodium plating.
THE HISTORY OF GOLD
As old as the Earth itself, gold was discovered a very
long time ago. The Egyptians were the first to
extract gold from the Nile and mine their deposits. Gold was used
primarily for religious ceremonies and to
adorn the powerful. Gold amulets have also been found
in Egyptian tombs dating from each of the
major periods of ancient Egypt.
Today, gold is mainly used in jewelry
and fine jewelry.
On the occasion of the50th wedding anniversary,
the “golden wedding” is celebrated. Gold, a precious
and sturdy metal, much like a couple who have spent 50 years
together.
Discover our collection of solid gold jewelry (rings, necklaces, earrings, etc.) as well as our goldjewelry set with precious stones (diamonds, sapphires, emeralds).
