The obvious answer isn’t always the answer as solid gold jewellery is not necessarily better than plated gold jewellery for they have distinct differences.
Let’s do a quick comparison:
Durability:
Whilst solid gold is long lasting and resistant to wear and tear, a thin gold layer over a base metal may wear off. Technology however has evolved to allow the discovery of some plating techniques lasting longer and longer which may take time to wear off.Value:
Solid gold jewellery retains value and may appreciate over time making it have high resale value whilst plated jewellery has significantly lower resale value.
Allergy Concerns:
Solid gold jewellery is suitable for sensitive whilst not all plated jewellery are suitable for sensitive skin.
Key differences, whilst solid gold jewellery comes in 10K, 14K, 18K having gold composition of upto 75-99%, gold plated jewellery typically has 0.05-1% gold composition.
Your goal ultimately determines which jewellery is most suitable for you. If you want investment pieces, special occasion jewellery, long term value jewellery or sensitive skin, go for solid gold jewellery.
But if you’re simply interested in fashion pieces, budget friendly jewellery options, trendy designs, plated jewellery may be best suited for you.
Be it guaranteed non-tarnish plated jewellery which are also hypoallergenic or solid gold jewellery, Durinox Accessories covers all your jewellery and accessory needs.