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What's the Difference between Gold Plated and Gold Filled?

Posted on January 09, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

While both gold-plated and gold-filled items are typically less expensive than solid gold items, there is a significant difference of durability between the two.

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Testing for the Purity of Gold

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments


Usually gold jewelry is stamped with its karat amount, but polishing, repair, and wear can efface the stamp. Fortunately, there are a few reliable ways to determine the karats or your piece.

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