There are many new precious metals and materials happen in the world of jewelry, but there nothing can compete with gold. Gold will never rust or corrode, that is the reason why this metal is the symbol of eternity. Asgold price is continuing increase like sky rocket, jewelry designer and creator offer the market alternative material that cost much cheaper but it is still real gold not fake. Here comes Vermeil jewelry.
Vermeil composes of sterling silver and gold. To be called vermeil, sterling silver surface must be coated or plated at least 10% carat (42%) and be at least 2.5 micron thick. The quality of vermeil is different according to the number of karats of gold that use in the piece. The higher number of karats mean the higher quality, vermeil can be compose by using 10 karats, 14 karats, 18 karats, 24 karats and 32 karats gold. Vermeil comes in different colors such as yellow, white, pink and tri-color.
Vermeil jewelry is cheaper than real gold, but more expensive than gold plated jewelry. In appearance and artisanship, vermeil is compatible with pure gold. Because vermeil is compose of sterling silver and pure gold, people who is allergy or sensitive to nickel or other metal can use vermeil jewelry safely.
Using vermeil in jewelry is increasing popularity, there are many choice of vermeil jewelry such as necklace, bracelet, pendant, earrings, rings and chain. Vermeil jewelry will last for many years if you take a good care of it. Since vermeil compose of sterling silver and silver is tarnish. If you want to keep your vermeil jewelry the original look like the day you purchased it, you should properly take care for it. You should take your vermeil jewelry off before take a bath, shower or swim. Do not have your vermeil jewelry machine polished because the process may damage the gold layer of your jewelry. Use only soft, clean cloth to remove dust, dirt, oil, grease and others from the jewelry. Do not use any chemicals such as silver or gold cleaner, if necessary use glass cleaner in case you want your vermeil jewelry to be shined. Store your vermeil jewelry in an airtight bag when not in use.
