Winward Rope Wreath 12KGF online Signed

Winward Gold Wreath 12KGF Signed 1/20
1" diameter
excellent condition

I found the following information on the internet regarding the different ways that gold labels are best described in this definition;

This is not gold plated, it is gold fill. Which known as gold overlay, gold shell or similar to "rolled gold" jewelry as it is made with a base metal (usually brass or silver in the 1940s war period) that is covered with a thick layer of gold. Unlike gold plating, the process used to create gold filled jewelry involves thick sheets of gold that are mechanically bonded using heat and high pressure, not electroplated. This bonding is permanent and the gold is much thicker than that of gold plate. It's not uncommon to find gold filled jewelry that 100 years old or older looking almost brand new.

In order to be considered gold filled, the gold content must be 5% or 1/20 of the total weight and the gold karat no lower than 1oK or 9k for rolled gold. Not all vintage pieces are hallmarked as the maker could attest to the gold content on a tag in the presentation bo. Pieces prior to 1907 generally weren't marked.

Because the layer of gold is so much thicker that plated jewelry, gold filled jewelry will not peel or flake and the reasonable care will last as long as 14k jewelry. Although the gold can tarnish with age, buffing with a silver cleaning cloth of a ver mild cleaning solutions will usually restore the lovely finish. An added benefit is that people with sensitive skin will find it safe and comfortable to wear.

Things to remember : Solid gold: pure gold is mied with alloys to create solid gold with different karat values; 9 having the least amount of gold - 24k having the highest. Gold is very soft, so alloys are added to add strength. Gold filled: solid gold is rolled out into a sheet and then applied to a base metal through heat - applying a thick layer of gold. Electroplated Gold: A thin layer of solid gold added to a base metal through the use of electricity, slightly thicker than gold plate. Gold Plate: a thick spray of gold added to jewelry and can be rubbed off easily. Gold vermeil: a light gilt of gold on a piece of jewelry over sterling silver.

You will generally find that modern jewelry is being sold as gold filled at a cheap price is unregulated for its gold content and is inferior gold plate misusing the term "gold filled".

All vintage and antique jewelry is described as accurately as possible. All vintage and antique online jewelry will show a degree of age appropriate wear such as surface scratching, slight metal wear etc and this should be assumed. A number of photos will be provided, please view these photos as they form a part of the description and ask any questions that you may have prior to purchase.

All vintage jewelry is sold as is so please ask questions before you purchase.