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***R699*** 18k Rose Gold Vermeil Earrings Hoop Solid 925 Sterling Silver For Women
- 925 sterling silver
- 18k rose gold vermeil*
- hallmark stamped
- sparkling white zircon
- 18mm x 12mm x 4mm
Gold vermeil is a term used to refer to jewelry made of 925 sterling silver and coated with gold. The word “vermeil” comes from French and is pronounced “ver-may.”
An alternative term is “silver-gilt” (or “gilded silver”), which has the same meaning as “vermeil.”
Vermeil jewelry is made by first creating the base of the item out of 925 sterling silver and then plating it with a layer of gold.
The method used to cover the surface of the piece with gold is called electrolysis.
Gold vermeil can be made with gold of varying purity, but in the U.S., there is a minimum requirement: To be considered vermeil, a piece needs to be plated with gold that is at least 10 karats (which corresponds to approximately 42% gold content).
