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Materials guide

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOLD PLATING: TIPS, NAMING, MAINTENANCE

The gold-plated jewelry have the advantage of being less expensive than gold-plated jewelry. The other advantage of this material lies in the creative freedom associated with it! You can renew your jewelry regularly and play with the latest fashion trends!

GOLD PLATE HALLMARKS AND GUARANTEES

Each piece of gold-plated jewelry must bear a responsibility mark certifying the jewel's origin.
The hallmark is a reliable indicator. This tiny mark, which similar to numbers or symbols, can tell you the number of carats number of carats for the precious metal. The gold-plating hallmark is usually bears the manufacturer's initials and sometimes the number sometimes the number 18, or 14, or 10, (relating to the carats of the gold used).

Hallmarks are the best way to guarantee the provenance of your jewellery. of your jewel, as it is a title of the manufacturer or state. It's a precaution that helps prevent counterfeiting.

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THE GOLD-PLATED APPELLATION

Gold-plated jewelry must have a gold content of at least 500/1000e, a minimum gold thickness of 3 microns for jewelry and 5 microns for watches. microns for watches.
Important to know: legislation requires a minimum thickness of minimum thickness of 3 microns for gold-plated jewellery in France. jewelry in France.

MATY, GOLD PLATE JEWELRY OF IMPECCABLE QUALITY

MATY uses a precious metal content of over 600/1000th, i.e. 100/1000th more than required by regulations. Visit all our gold-plated jewelry : gold-plated rings, gold-plated necklaces, or our bracelets.

GOLD PLATING MAINTENANCE

Gold-plated jewelry is more fragile than gold jewelry, so they need to be cleaned gently. To achieve this, a variety of suitable methods are available:

  • Clean with a sponge soaked in water and a little washing-up liquid. a little washing-up liquid. Rinse, then place on a clean cloth and wipe dry with a fine a fine cloth.
  • Clean the jewel with a sponge dampened with warm water and a few drops of ammonia. Rinse, then dry quickly.
  • Dissolve baking soda in a little water, soak the jewel in the solution, rinse and dry.

To restore the lustre and shine of your gold-plated jewelry gold-plated jewelry, simply use Marseille soap diluted in lukewarm water in lukewarm water, then gently clean the jewelry by dipping solution.

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The best way to store your gold-plated jewelry is to keep it keep them away from light and humidity. The ideal solution is a jewelry box with individual compartments to prevent rubbing friction between jewels, responsible for premature wear of your your gold plating.

HISTORY AND MANUFACTURE OF GOLD-PLATED JEWELRY

Gold plating first appeared in the 17th century, but was mainly used mainly used by cabinetmakers for court furniture. cabinetmakers. Little by little, gold plating found its place in the the world of jewelry. Today, it's a chemical technique called called galvanoplasty, which allows jewelry to be chemically jewelry with gold plating. These long-lasting jewels are more more affordable and a perfect alternative to yellow gold jewelry.

Gold plating for affordable sparkle

If you love the light of gold but are looking for a softer alternative alternative, gold plating has everything you need. With its thin layer of gold deposited on a metal base, it combines brilliance elegance and freedom of style. It's the perfect choice for those for those who like to change their jewelry whenever they feel like it, or to give without waiting for a special occasion.

And for a symbolic moment like a communion or a child's birthday discover our selection of gold-plated gold-plated silver jewelry. Delicate creations, designed to mark the first memories memories with softness and sparkle.