Our Gold filled Hallmark: your guarantee of authenticity

It is unfortunate to see that there has been an increase in fake Gold filled jewelry on the market lately. These imitations do not do justice to the quality and durability of real Gold filled. This can damage the trust in Gold filled as a high-quality material. However, at Ilona's Webgems we strongly believe in the value of Gold filled and we stand behind it 100% as a top product. That is why we have set up our own quality mark for Gold filled.

Gold filled jewelry with our quality mark

The Gold filled quality mark guarantees that all our Gold filled products meet strict quality standards and are genuine. This way you can enjoy the beautiful items from our collection with peace of mind, knowing that you are investing in real quality.

What is Gold filled?

Gold filled is a high-quality material that consists of a base of metal (often copper or brass) with a layer of real gold on top that does not or hardly wear out because it is many times thicker than, for example, gold plate products. This provides a luxurious appearance and durability that is comparable to solid gold, but at a more affordable price.

Don't be fooled by imitations: choose the real thing

With our quality mark we guarantee original Gold filled, we assure you that you only buy real Gold filled jewelry and jewelry components from us. Beware of fake products elsewhere. Our quality mark is your guarantee for quality and reliability.

We are busy adding the seal of approval to all Gold filled product pages. Do not hesitate if you come across a page without the seal of approval. We assure you that all our Gold filled products are genuine.

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Gold filled

Gold filled is a high-quality product and should therefore not be compared to gold plate, doublé, etc. Gold filled is made up of two or three layers. The base material is copper or jeweler's brass. On top of that a layer of usually 12K or 14K gold.

The benefits of Gold filled jewelry components

• When used correctly, gold filled chains, bracelets or jewelry components will last a lifetime, just like pure gold jewelry.
• Gold filled jewelry parts retain their color.
• Gold filled jewelry components are of good and affordable quality.
• Gold filled jewelry components are tolerated by people who are allergic to metals other than gold.
• Gold filled jewelry parts are easy to clean by rubbing them lightly with an untreated cloth or mild soapy water.

Gold filled jewelry components: wide choice

In our wholesale beads and jewelry components we have a large selection of Gold filled jewelry components. To make it easy for you, we have divided the Gold filled jewelry components into clear categories: charms, tube beads, wire, wire protectors and conductors, end caps, calottes and inlay balls, chains with links, crimp beads, crimp bead covers, beads, bead caps and labels. In addition, we have magnet pins, head pins and head pins, eyes, ear hooks, ear studs, ear studs, poussettes, chandeliers, clasps and finally the spacers.

Can you still follow? There is so much possible, view all pages for inspiration! Almost everything you find in our "regular" jewelry components collection we also have as Gold filled jewelry components.

Are you looking for rose gold filled jewelry parts in our webshop? You can find them here !

Making gold filled jewelry

Do you want to make a Gold filled piece of jewelry yourself or do you need Gold filled jewelry parts for your design. Whether it is a Gold filled necklace, Gold filled earrings or a Gold filled bracelet. It does not matter. From the moment you order, we will start working for you immediately. We ship the packages on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Order before 16:00 on those days and we will ship the package the same day!

Can't find the right gold filled jewelry parts? Mail or call us, we are happy to help you.

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Q&A Goldfilled

What is Goldfilled?

Goldfilled is made up of two or three layers with a base material of copper or jeweler's brass with a layer of usually 12K or 14K gold on top. This makes Goldfilled a high-quality product and therefore should not be compared to gold plate, doublé, etc.

Single-sided plated Goldfilled has a single gold layer on one side. Double-sided coated Goldfilled has a gold layer on both sides of the core material. The gold alloy is obtained by mechanically bonding the gold layer to the base metal through heat and pressure. According to the American standard, the thickness of the gold layer must be at least 5% of the total weight. Much more than with gold plate, doublé, etc. This 5% is described by the carat of the gold alloy. Most Goldfilled jewelry parts are therefore coated with a layer of 12 carat or 14 carat gold. You can distinguish 12K or 14K Goldfilled by the symbol 14/20-Goldfilled or 12/20-Goldfilled. Sometimes the term 14K-Goldfilled or 12K-Goldfilled is also used.

Why don't we just call our Goldfilled items gold?

Some jewelry designers simply call their Goldfilled designs gold. This is said to be unlawful. Real gold obviously has a much higher pure gold content. Goldfilled is a unique material and must be clearly distinguished from solid gold. At Ilona's Webgems we have therefore divided all our jewelry components in which gold is processed into clear categories.

Is Goldfilled the same as gold plated?

No. Gold plated jewelry parts have a copper base. A minuscule layer of solid gold has been applied to these jewelry parts. The layer is estimated to be a maximum of 0.05% of the total weight of the item. That is also the reason why gold plated can wear out quite quickly. It is not resistant to heat and water and the gold layer will become thinner over time. As a result, even the copper base of the item can become visible over time.

Can Gold Filled discolour?

Yes, that is possible, but only under special circumstances. The fairly thick gold layer is bonded to the copper core, so you can safely assume that Gold filled jewelry will remain beautiful for a lifetime if used correctly. Only in rare cases, for example if it is exposed to sulfide (sulfur), can Gold filled discolor and turn black. There are a few known cases of products sold in nail salons discoloring due to the high level of chemical fumes. As mentioned, these were extremely extreme circumstances. It is quite unlikely that Gold filled will discolor during normal use.

Why can't you cast Goldfilled charms?

Goldfilled cannot be cast. This is a major limitation in the types of items that can be made from Goldfilled. Casting by definition requires melting the metal. The result would be a big molten mess. That is why Goldfilled items are made from sheet metal, tubing or wire. Only then do you retain the built-up layers of gold.

Why is it better not to solder Goldfilled?

First of all, there is no such thing as Goldfilled solder. For this, a copper solder is used. Secondly, we do not recommend soldering Goldfilled without special equipment and specialized training. If you try to solder Goldfilled with regular gold or hard solder, you will burn the gold layer. And a dark copper solder spot will form. The only way to repair Goldfilled items is to re-gild the entire item after repair. This is the only way to get an even color again. We also advise against sanding Goldfilled. Sanding removes the gold layer from the jewelry and it loses quality.

What can you make with GoldFilled?

The possibilities are endless! Use the materials to make your own jewelry. Goldfilled is a great base to continue making your own jewelry. Look in the webshop for inspiration.

If you have any questions, please call or email us and we will be happy to answer them.