do you think 18k gold over sterling silver jewelry will fade?

Answer 1

You would have either a gold-plated or a Vermeil piece. The difference is dependent on the thickness of the gold-plating on the silver.

The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) has set standards for Vermeil. It must be at least 100 millionths of an inch of gold layered (plated) over sterling silver. It must meet this standard or it can be referred to only as "gold-plated."

Both gold-plated and Vermeil are considered impermanent, transitory finishes to jewelry. They will both wear off.

However, if you really like the piece of jewelry, it is a relatively simple and inexpensive process to have a jeweler replate the piece when needed. I often replate pieces of jewelry for people who have a favorite piece they can't bear to part with.

To extend the life of the plating, try to wear the jewelry over clothing and not directly next to the skin--the oils and acids secreted through skin's pores will hasten the wearing off of the plating. Do not wash the jewelry with anything abrasive; use a mild soap and water. Always dry the jewelry with a soft cloth; paper towels can scratch the surface plating.

Store the jewelry where it will not be bumped/rubbed against other pieces of jewelry that could scratch the plating.

Good luck.

Answer 2

like the others reported, sterling tarnishes, yet which could no longer this manner of massive project because sterling silver can get very bright purely by rubbing a dab of the teeth paste on it. I somewhat have a good type of sterling silver earrings. Sterling silver is a mushy metallic. it truly is pliable and could bend surely. hence it truly is not the purely right metallic at the same time as it contains each and on a daily basis use because the prongs preserving the stone(s) in position will easily bend, risking lack of the stone(s). money spent on a non everlasting set isn't money nicely spent. per chance purely get a wedding ceremony band for now and once you may have the funds for it, go ahead and get a gold bridal set.

Answer 3

Unfortunately yes!
I asked a jeweller about this once. He said it not only naturally wears off over time, but the amount of sweat your skin produces will effect it.
This is because of the natural acids in our skin.
His suggestion was to not wear gold plated jewellery constantly ,and never in water that has detergents etc. even in the shower the soap and shampoo will effect it to a degree.
.Even pure gold wears very easily, as it is a very soft metal.Ever noticed how thin old wedding rings become?
I was told if you really want jewellery that lasts and can take punishment buy platinum.Have you checked the prices?
I was give a belt with platinum on the buckle, and it really looks quite fake.
So, I'll stick to gold and silver and take more care of it.
Hoping this helps.

Answer 4

No. I've got gold over sterling earrings and bracelets. I was worried about the bracelet because it being knocked by everything that came in contact with my arm including clothes (like sweaters) but it still looks great. I've had these for a few years so I'm convinced.