3-micron Gold-Plated Charms for DIY Jewelry
Our 3-micron gold-plated charms come in over 180 shapes to personalize bracelets, necklaces, and earrings: sea creatures, hearts, letters of the alphabet, zodiac signs, and hammered and textured designs. They work just as well in minimalist designs as they do in personalized jewelry pieces to give as gifts.
3-micron gold plating is a highly sought-after finish in jewelry design: it offers the warm luster of gold at an affordable price, while complying with French standards that require a minimum gold thickness of 3 microns to bear this designation. Our charms are crafted using this method, with a brass alloy plated with 12- to 18-karat gold through an electrolytic process, ensuring lasting shine and durability.
A wide selection of shapes and themes
Our selection of gold-plated charms covers all design styles:
- Marine theme: fish, starfish, turtles, crabs, seashells, lobsters
- Letters of the alphabet: for personalized jewelry in italics, ideal for initials and first names
- Symbols and zodiac signs: hearts, crosses, angels, religious patterns
- Geometric and textured shapes: hammered circles, ovals, teardrops, irregular diamonds
- Setting charms: featuring zirconium oxides for added sparkle
These charms attach easily via their rings (closed or open) to gold-plated chains or gold-plated link bracelets. For a keychain or a personalized piece of jewelry featuring multiple charms, consider combining several shapes from the same theme (such as a nautical theme) for a harmonious look.
Gold-plated, Gold Filled, or gold-toned
If you’re deciding between several gold finishes for your creations, keep in mind that gold-plated differs from Gold filled (laminated gold), which is thicker and therefore more resistant to wear, as well as from simple gold-plated, where the gold layer is significantly thinner. 3-micron gold-plated jewelry offers a good balance of shine, durability, and affordability for everyday wear.
Care Tips for Gold-Plated Charms
To preserve the shine of your gold-plated charms, avoid prolonged contact with water (especially seawater, which is highly corrosive), perfumes, and lotions. Store your pieces in a dry place, away from direct light, ideally in a box or individual pouch.
How do you attach a charm to a bracelet or necklace?
Charms are made with either a closed or open ring: simply open the ring slightly with a pair of flat-nose pliers, slide the charm onto the chain or the ring of your bracelet, and then carefully close the ring to prevent it from coming loose.
Can you wear gold-plated jewelry every day?
Yes, as long as you take a few simple precautions: avoid contact with water, perfumes, and lotions, and remove the jewelry before showering or exercising to keep the plating looking its best for as long as possible.